The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported a sharp increase in confirmed Ebola infections, with the total number of cases rising to 710, according to official government figures released on Saturday.

The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported a sharp increase in confirmed Ebola infections, with the total number of cases rising to 710, according to official government figures released on Saturday.

Health authorities said the outbreak has now claimed 149 lives, while 21 new infections were recorded within the last 24 hours.

The latest situation report indicates that the virus continues to spread in several affected areas, prompting intensified efforts by health workers and humanitarian agencies to contain the outbreak.

Officials are particularly concerned about the spread of the disease in displacement camps, where crowded living conditions could increase the risk of transmission. Awareness campaigns, surveillance measures, and emergency health interventions are being expanded to prevent further infections.

The current outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, and authorities have urged residents to cooperate with health teams and follow safety guidelines aimed at reducing the spread of the deadly virus.

Government and international health partners continue to monitor the situation closely as response operations are scaled up across affected regions.

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