# Ebola Spreads Faster in DRC; Uganda Nears Virus-Free Status

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is accelerating, with new cases rising rapidly. Meanwhile, Uganda is approaching a declaration of being Ebola-free after controlling its recent outbreak. This contrast highlights ongoing regional health challenges and progress.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/16/ebola-spreading-more-quickly-in-drc-while-uganda-is-close-to-being-virus-free?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:05:09 +0000