Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda: suspected cases reported in Italy and Brazil, international response underway (theconversation.com)

• 906 suspected cases and 223 deaths in DRC (May 27); 9 cases, 1 death in Uganda.
• WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on May 17, 2026.
• CEPI committed A$86 million to fast-track three Bundibugyo-specific vaccine candidates.
• Suspected cases in Italy and Brazil under investigation; one American patient stable in Germany.
• Travel restrictions from DRC, Uganda, South Sudan imposed by US, Canada; Australia monitors closely.

"As of May 27, 2026, the Bundibugyo strain Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda has 906 suspected cases and 223 deaths in DRC, plus 9 cases and 1 death in Uganda. WHO declared a PHEIC on May 17. Suspected cases in Italy and Brazil are under investigation; an American patient is being treated in Germany. CEPI has committed A$86 million to fast-track three vaccine candidates. Travel restrictions have been imposed by the US, Canada, and others. The risk to Australia is considered low."