Ebola Death Toll in DR Congo Rises to 5,340

The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Ministry of Health announced on 1 November 2026 that the death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak has risen to 5,340, out of 10,351 confirmed cases recorded as of 29 October. The ministry updated its figures in a statement on its website, noting a case fatality rate of 51.6 percent. Kinshasa, the capital city, remains the focal point of the ministry’s response as the country struggles to contain the outbreak. The new totals show the surge in deaths continues during the outbreak. The ministry’s update is a stark reminder of the high fatality rate of Ebola and the urgent need for increased medical support and vaccination efforts in the region. The statement did not provide specific numbers for new cases or recoveries, but the focus remains on preventing further spread and treating those infected. The government has pledged additional resources to health facilities and community outreach programs to try to curb the tide of deaths and reduce the number of confirmed cases.