DAKAR: The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recorded a further rise in Ebola infections, with the total number of confirmed cases reaching 2,267, while the death toll has climbed to 893, according to official government data released late on Saturday.
The latest figures, covering the situation up to Friday, indicate that 86 new confirmed infections and 29 additional deaths were reported over the previous 24-hour period, underscoring the continuing severity of the outbreak.
Health authorities continue to monitor the spread of the highly infectious virus, particularly in affected areas of eastern DRC, where efforts to contain transmission remain challenging.
Medical teams are carrying out surveillance, contact tracing, treatment and public awareness campaigns to prevent further infections.
Ebola is a severe viral disease that spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected individuals or contaminated materials.
Early diagnosis, isolation of patients and rapid medical intervention are considered critical to reducing fatalities and limiting community transmission.
The latest update highlights the persistent public health threat posed by the outbreak and the need for sustained response measures to contain the virus and protect vulnerable communities.
