https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ebola-outbreak-in-eastern-congo-spreads-to-2-new-health-zones-with-a-total-of-60-areas-now-affectedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ebola-outbreak-in-eastern-congo-spreads-to-2-new-health-zones-with-a-total-of-60-areas-now-affectedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ebola-outbreak-in-eastern-congo-spreads-to-2-new-health-zones-with-a-total-of-60-areas-now-affected#u53259Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:52:00 +0000The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has spread to two new health zones, affecting a total of 60 areas. The outbreak has resulted in over 6,000 confirmed cases and nearly 3,000 deaths. The World Health Organization and local authorities are working to contain the outbreak, with vaccination efforts underway for front-line healthcare workers.Why it mattersThe Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is the fastest-growing in history, with a significant impact on the local population. The outbreak was first reported in August 2026, and has since spread rapidly, prompting a response from the World Health Or