Uganda Declares End of Ebola Outbreak as Congo Fights the Deadliest One Yet

Uganda has officially declared the end of its Ebola outbreak. Health officials said no new cases have appeared for weeks, and the country met the safety period required by the World Health Organization. The outbreak had sickened dozens of people since it began earlier this year. Uganda's quick response, including contact tracing and new vaccines, helped stop the virus from spreading further.

The news is different in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo. There, an Ebola outbreak has grown into one of the worst in history. Health officials report more than 6,000 confirmed cases and nearly 3,000 deaths so far. Experts say the outbreak is spreading unusually fast because of weak health systems, ongoing conflict, and difficulty reaching remote areas.

Aid groups like Doctors Without Borders are sending more staff and supplies to Congo. The United Nations has called for a faster response, warning that the virus could spread across borders if it is not controlled soon. Meanwhile, health workers hope Uganda's success can serve as a model. They say strong local leadership and quick action are key to stopping Ebola before it grows out of control.