A weekly external situation report details an ongoing outbreak of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with data updated as of July 19, 2026.

An update on the Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, including the European Union's response efforts.

The Department of Health confirmed that the Philippines has no reported cases of Ebola, despite a growing outbreak of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus in parts of Africa.

G7 leaders have called for a strong and coordinated international response to the spreading Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Discussions also included the potential for new Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine candidates to enter Phase 1 trials soon.

Scientists are aiming to begin human trials for a new Ebola vaccine candidate against the deadly Ebola Bundibugyo strain within months, following a surge in funding.

Vaccines and antivirals with potential against the Bundibugyo Ebola virus, responsible for the current outbreak, are under development, though most have only been studied in animals.

WHO warns of rapid spread in Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak MSN

An outbreak of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease has been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, leading to a response from the European Union.

India has issued a travel advisory and implemented Ebola screening guidelines for passengers arriving from Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This measure follows a WHO emergency alert regarding an Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak.

International health experts have gathered to explore and identify potential vaccine options for the Ebola Bundibugyo strain, aiming to advance global efforts in combating the deadly virus.

WHO declares Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak a global health emergency MSN