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More than 450 cases of measles recorded in two weeks in Kasai-Oriental

Published on Sat, 03/01/2026 - 13:45 | Modified on Sat, 03/01/2026 - 13:45

At least 456 cases of measles have been recorded since December 15 in the province of Kasai-Oriental.

According to Dr. Jean-Pierre Sumba, the doctor in charge of combating the disease, all 19 health zones in the province are affected. Children aged 0 to 59 months are the most affected, but no deaths have been recorded so far.

Dr. Sumba urges parents to promptly bring children with fever to the nearest health center.

“ There are cases of measles in the province. It even looks like we are in an epidemic. But we are waiting for the epidemic to be declared by the competent authority, which is the governor of the province. Some cases have already been confirmed by the laboratory at the national level. We are beyond the limits that should be ,” he indicated.

According to him, the province is preparing to deploy a measles response plan. He regrets, however, that some parents refuse to vaccinate their children for various reasons.

“ Currently, the disease is being treated in the various facilities where these children appear. Our response plan is already ready. But in the meantime, small targeted campaigns are being organized in certain areas to prevent a rapid spread ,” assured Dr. Jean-Pierre Sumba.

https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/01/...ougeole-enregistres-en-deux-semaines-au-kasai

 

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South Kivu: Epidemiological surveillance, eight deaths and cases reported in Kalehe

By Editorial Staff: January 19, 2026 | 11:34

A disease of unknown origin, presenting symptoms similar to those of measles, has struck several villages in the Kalehe territory of South Kivu province. Since December 2025, this epidemic has already caused the death of eight children and sickened twenty-five others, all aged 0 to 5 years, in the villages of Nyawaronga, Bushaku, and Katasomwa.

Given the severity of the situation, local healthcare facilities are under immense strain and operating beyond their capacity. The Bushaku hospital, the main healthcare facility in the area, reports a critical shortage of medicines, medical equipment, and qualified staff.

The attending physician at this facility, Dr. Alfred Kaningu, confirmed the scale of the health crisis. "The first cases appeared last December and, to date, we have recorded twenty-five cases, including eight deaths," he stated, emphasizing the rapid and worrying evolution of the disease.

According to Dr. Kaningu, the symptoms observed in patients are comparable to those of measles, although a definitive diagnosis has not yet been established. "Analyses are underway, but we do not yet have the results to definitively identify the cause of this illness," he explained.

A team from the humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has gone to the area to assess the situation and support local medical teams. This intervention aims to strengthen the care provided to patients and limit the spread of the epidemic in these already vulnerable areas.

In this context, an urgent appeal for help has been launched to health authorities and humanitarian partners. Medical officials are pleading in particular for the supply of vaccines, medicines, and medical equipment, as well as for the rapid implementation of a vaccination campaign to contain the epidemic and save lives.

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https://elite-news.net/2026/01/19/s...ologique-huits-deces-et-cas-signales-a-kalehe
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At least 24 measles deaths in the DRC in one week

Published on Thu, 29/01/2026 - 05:47 | Modified on Thu, 29/01/2026 - 05:47

The measles epidemic is gaining ground in the Democratic Republic of Congo .

In the third week of January 2026 alone, at least 24 deaths were recorded across the country. In a statement released to Radio Okapi on Wednesday, January 28, health authorities raised the alarm and announced a mass vaccination campaign for March.

This document, published at a recent evaluation meeting, reveals 1,912 cases in seven days.

The situation is particularly critical in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu, areas already weakened by recurring humanitarian crises.

Young children on the front line

According to medical sources, children aged 12 to 59 months are bearing the brunt of this epidemic outbreak. Low vaccination coverage rates in some regions are identified as the primary cause of this vulnerability.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. In the absence of sufficient herd immunity, the virus spreads rapidly within communities, causing serious, even fatal, complications in unvaccinated individuals.

A large-scale response is planned for March.

Faced with this deterioration, the Ministry of Health is taking action. A large-scale vaccination campaign against measles and rubella is scheduled for March 2026.

The key points of this catch-up operation are:

Target: Nearly 22 million children.
Age range: From 6 months to 14 years.
Objective: To sustainably strengthen the immunity of the child population and stop the chain of transmission.
Call for collective mobilization

Health authorities emphasize that vaccination remains the only effective way to prevent the disease. They urge parents to vaccinate their children and call for increased community awareness.

“ Collective mobilization is essential to contain the disease ,” insist public health experts, who also advocate a coordinated and rapid response from humanitarian actors in the most affected health zones to avoid a major health catastrophe before the launch of the national campaign.

https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/01/...4-deces-dus-la-rougeole-en-rdc-en-une-semaine

 

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Kongo Central: Call for compliance with measles vaccination

January 30, 2026

Matadi, January 30, 2026 (ACP).- A call for strict adherence to health measures, including the vaccination of children, was launched by the provincial Minister of Health of Kongo Central (southwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo), ACP learned Friday from an administrative source.

"Measles is a disease that can be prevented through vaccination. I appeal to the responsibility of every parent to have all children aged 0 to 23 months vaccinated at health centers, to feed them well with local foods rich in vitamin A and protein, and to bring them immediately to the health center in case of fever, rash, cough, red eyes or any other suspicious symptom," said Ovide Nuambote, Provincial Minister of Health.

According to data provided by the provincial health authority, Kongo Central recorded five deaths in 2025 out of 479 cases of measles reported in 28 health zones, including 96 confirmed positive cases out of 192 samples analyzed.

"Since the beginning of 2026, the situation remains worrying with at least five deaths out of 351 new cases recorded, particularly in the health zones of Inga, Tshela, Kizu, Kinkonzi, Nselo, Massa, Matadi, Nzanza and Nsona-mpangu, this confirms that the province is in a measles epidemic situation," he indicated.

Faced with this health emergency, the provincial government of Kongo Central, under the authority of the provincial governor, has strengthened response actions in collaboration with the national Ministry of Health, technical and financial partners as well as health teams in the field, he maintained.

" These actions focus on strengthening epidemiological surveillance, providing care for patients in health facilities and organizing vaccination activities across the province ," Mr. Yobila emphasized.

He urged the population to avoid self-medication and any harmful practices that could worsen the illness. For the Minister of Health, protecting children is a major issue for the future of Central Congo.

He called for collective responsibility, solidarity and respect for health guidelines, in order to put an end to the spread of measles in the province.

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https://acp.cd/science-sante-enviro...respect-de-la-vaccination-contre-la-rougeole/

 

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Resurgence of measles cases in the Idjwi health zone in South Kivu

Published on Sat, 07/02/2026 - 05:50 | Modified on Sat, 07/02/2026 - 08:03

The Idjwi health zone is experiencing a significant increase in measles cases, primarily affecting children aged 0 to 5 years in several health areas. In response, provincial health authorities are implementing emergency measures to curb the spread.

The chief medical officer of the Idjwi zone, Dr. Aimé Nkemba, confirmed the epidemiological alert and the steps underway to organize the response.

To address this resurgence, the Provincial Health Division is intensifying vaccination efforts among exposed children. The goal is to stop community transmission and reduce mortality from this highly contagious disease.

" We have alerted the province and are preparing to respond by strengthening vaccination around children and by permanently managing these cases of measles ," said Dr. Nkemba.

Parents are urged to be vigilant

Dr. Nkemba urges parents to be extra vigilant and to seek medical attention promptly at the first sign of symptoms in their children: high fever, skin rash, cough, or conjunctivitis. Early intervention is crucial to prevent serious complications such as pneumonia or severe malnutrition.

The response is being organized in collaboration with technical and financial partners, including UNICEF, to ensure the availability of necessary vaccines and medicines.

https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/02/...eole-dans-la-zone-de-sante-didjwi-au-sud-kivu

 

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Kasai Oriental: More than 700 cases of measles recorded since January 2026 (Provincial Minister of Health)

February 10, 2026

Mbuji-Mayi, February 10, 2026 (ACP).- 706 cases of measles, including 10 deaths, have been recorded since the beginning of the current year in Kasai Oriental, in the center of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), ACP learned Tuesday from an official source.

" The cumulative total for 2026 shows 706 reported cases of measles including 10 deaths and an estimated case fatality rate of 1.4%, while the cumulative total for the whole year 2025 was 1,257 cases including 13 deaths and a case fatality rate of 1.03% ," said the provincial health minister of Kasai Oriental, Dr. Daniel Kazadi Cilumbayi.

“ All 19 health zones and 181 health areas out of 317 in Kasai Oriental are affected. And the most affected health zones are the health zones of Mpokolo, Lukelenge, Bonzola, Dibindi, Muya and Nzaba with more than 100 cases recorded ,” he said.

Regarding the age group, " the most affected remains that ranging from 0 to 59 months, or 91.5%. The number of male patients is greater than that of female patients ," he explained.

The minister acknowledged that the province is already experiencing an epidemic, but that it is the provincial governor who will declare it, and that measures are already being taken to avoid the worst.

“ The province is experiencing a measles epidemic; the declaration will be made by the provincial authority. The actions undertaken by the provincial government through the provincial Ministry of Health regarding measles include the care of patients in the various health facilities and the targeted vaccination response against measles in the affected health areas ,” Dr. Kazadi stated.

To this end, he announced that active searches for under-vaccinated and unvaccinated children are being conducted in health districts. A provincial decree establishing every Thursday as a " Provincial Routine Immunization Day " was signed by the provincial health minister.

In the DRC, 12,960 (twelve thousand nine hundred and sixty) cases of measles have been reported since the beginning of 2026, according to the Ministry of Public Health, Hygiene and Social Welfare.

" The measles epidemic is taking on worrying proportions with 12,960 cases and 157 cumulative deaths since the beginning of 2026. In week 5 (January 26 to February 1), 3,165 new cases were reported. Six provinces, including South Ubangi and Kivu, are the most affected ," the Ministry of Health stated.

Measles is a highly contagious and serious viral disease transmitted through the air that can lead to severe complications and even death, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). ACP/ODM

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A measles outbreak has been declared in Kasai-Oriental, with 706 cases and 10 deaths already recorded.

Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 4:28 PM

The governor of Kasai-Oriental, Jean-Paul Mbwebwa Kapo, officially declared a measles outbreak in the province. The announcement was made in a message to the population on the night of Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

According to data provided by health services, 706 cases have been recorded since the beginning of 2026, including 10 deaths, during the first five weeks.

Analyses carried out by the national laboratory of the National Institute of Biomedical Research (INRB) have confirmed the circulation of the virus in the province.

In response to this situation, the provincial authorities are calling for a general mobilization. The governor urges residents to be extra vigilant and to immediately refer any child exhibiting symptoms suggestive of measles to health facilities.

"I call on the entire population of East Kasai to be fully vigilant. Every parent must identify and immediately direct any child showing suspicious signs to the nearest health facility for proper diagnosis and treatment," he said.

Signs to watch for include fever, eye and nasal discharge, and the appearance of skin rashes.
Jean-Paul Mbwebwa Kapo also emphasized the importance of vaccination. He urged parents of children aged 0 to 23 months who have not yet received all the scheduled doses to go to health centers to ensure their children's vaccinations are up to date. Healthcare providers are also called upon to facilitate case management and intensify vaccination efforts.

It is worth recalling that in 2022, the province recorded 12,939 cases of measles, including 134 deaths, illustrating the seriousness of this disease when it is not quickly contained.

Kazadi Lukusa, in Mbuji-Mayi

https://7sur7.cd/index.php/2026/02/...-au-kasai-oriental-706-cas-dont-10-deces-deja

 

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Kasai Oriental: More than 1000 cases of measles recorded since the beginning of 2026 (Provincial Council of Ministers)

February 27, 2026

Mbuji-Mayi, February 26, 2026 (ACP) – 1,044 (one thousand and forty-four) cases of measles have been recorded since the beginning of 2026 in the province of Kasai Oriental (Central Democratic Republic of Congo), according to the minutes of the provincial council of ministers, consulted Thursday by ACP. “The increase in measles cases, with 338 new cases in week 7 from February 16 to 22, bringing the total to 1,044 cases since the beginning of the year, is very concerning. The provincial Minister of Public Health urged parents to have their children vaccinated,” the report stated.

“As a reminder, in week 5 of this year, two hundred and twenty-nine (229) cases, including two deaths, were recorded, bringing the cumulative total to 706 reported cases, including 10 deaths, and the case fatality rate to 1.4%. All 19 health zones and 181 health areas out of the 317 in Kasai Oriental are affected. And the most affected health zones are the health zones of Mpokolo, Lukelenge, Bonzola, Dibindi, Muya and Nzaba,” added Pascal Hairnance Ilunga, Provincial Minister of Media and Communication, spokesperson for the provincial government, during the reading of the report.

According to the Minister of Health's report, the most affected age group remains that of children aged zero to 59 months, representing 91.5% of cases. The number of male patients is higher than that of female patients. The Minister of Health, presenting the province's health situation for week 7 of 2026, indicated that this situation is also marked by a significant increase in malaria, as well as respiratory and digestive infections, without providing specific figures. ACP/

https://acp.cd/science-sante-enviro...debut-2026-conseil-des-ministres-provinciaux/

 

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South Kivu: 130 cases of measles already recorded in the Kimbi-Lulenge health zone.

March 13, 2026

Uvira, March 13, 2026 (ACP) - 130 (one hundred and thirty) cases of measles have already been recorded in the Kimbi-Lulenge health zone in the Fizi territory in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, ACP learned Thursday from a health source.

"We have already received more than one hundred and thirty cases of measles in our Kimbi-Lulenge health zone in the Fizi territory and this since December 29, 2025," said the chief medical officer of the Kimbi-Lulenge health zone, Dr. Bora Lukanda.

He added: “All health areas are affected, with more cases in the health areas of Misisi, Lubichako, Butale, Ngalula, and Makungu. This epidemic is raging in this health zone at a time when we have no foreign partners to help us, which is why I am staying in Uvira to meet with the MSF organization to see how they can help us, because we can do nothing on our own,” he continued.

According to Mr. Dunia Kashindi Asumani, president of the civil society of compatriots in the Ngandja sector of Fizi territory, he alerted the health authorities, humanitarian partners, the provincial and central government to inquire about the situation because the epidemic has reached a tragic stage especially on the Misisi-Nyange axis.

Due to a lack of adequate vaccination, several children have been affected by this measles epidemic, flooding health centers, dispensaries and hospitals with 20 deaths in total, said this civil society actor in the area.

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https://acp.cd/science-sante-enviro...stres-dans-la-zone-de-sante-de-kimbi-lulenge/

 

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MSF opens a free treatment center for measles complications in Goma

Published on Wed, 18/03/2026 - 13:41 | Modified on Wed, 18/03/2026 - 13:41

The NGO Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has opened a free treatment center for measles complications at the Kyeshero General Referral Hospital in Goma, North Kivu. This initiative comes as several health zones in the province have been experiencing a surge in cases for more than six months.

Every day, numerous new cases are reported at health centers in Goma, Karisimbi, and Nyiragongo. While some children receive local care, others develop complications requiring specialized treatment. It is to address this need that MSF established this dedicated center.

Located separately within Kyeshero Hospital, it operates according to a strict protocol, receiving only cases referred by local health facilities.

Parents' Testimonies

“When I arrived here, my child’s condition was very serious. He had a high fever, the flu, a cough that wouldn’t stop… While I was going around to pharmacies looking for medication that wasn’t improving his condition, I was told I could come here for proper care. Since I’ve been here, his condition has improved and we thank everyone involved in his care ,” testifies a mother whose child is hospitalized.

Aware of the risks associated with the disease, she encourages other parents not to miss the mass vaccination campaign currently underway.

According to Dr. Ahadi Kamabu, MSF's medical coordinator at the center, the average occupancy of the 50 available beds has been between 20 and 30 for the past six months. He hopes that the vaccination campaign launched this Tuesday in Goma will gradually reduce the number of hospitalized patients.

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North Kivu: More than 269,000 children vaccinated against measles during a campaign supported by MSF in Goma and Nyiragongo

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 07:27

From March 16 to 22, 2026, a measles vaccination campaign was conducted in the city of Goma, in collaboration between Doctors Without Borders and the Ministry of Health. This operation targeted the health zones of Goma, Karisimbi, and Nyiragongo, with the aim of protecting children aged 6 to 59 months.

In total, more than 269,821 children were vaccinated during this campaign, in a context marked by a resurgence of measles cases in North Kivu province, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Since the beginning of 2026, more than 6,200 cases have been recorded.

The situation reflects an upward trend observed in recent years. In 2024, 6,793 cases and 34 deaths were recorded, compared to 17,937 cases and 74 deaths in 2025. Between January and February 2026, an additional 6,200 cases and 21 deaths were reported, according to the provincial health division.

In Goma, the pressure on health facilities has intensified. At Kyeshero Hospital, the capacity for children with complicated forms of measles has increased from about ten beds to 50, with the possibility of expansion up to 68 beds.

Several factors contribute to this spread. A vaccine shortage between December 2025 and February 2026 limited vaccination activities, leaving many children unprotected. Furthermore, population displacements due to insecurity complicate access to healthcare. Many children live in precarious conditions, with limited access to food, shelter, and health services, facilitating the transmission of the virus.

Measles, a highly contagious disease, primarily affects young children and can lead to serious complications. The campaign aimed to reduce transmission and prevent deaths in a particularly vulnerable age group.

Awareness-raising activities were also carried out to inform communities and encourage vaccination.

In eastern DRC, where measles outbreaks occur regularly, the situation remains worrying, particularly in areas affected by population displacement and precarious living conditions.

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South Kivu: More than 10,000 cases of measles, including 72 deaths, recorded since January 2026

Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 08:40

A total of 10,065 cases of measles have been reported in South Kivu province since the beginning of 2026, in just under four months.
Of these cases, the province has recorded 72 deaths.

According to Justin Bengehya, head of the office in charge of epidemiological surveillance and health information at the provincial health division (DPS) in South Kivu, the majority of deaths were recorded in health zones with difficult access, notably the Shabunda health zone with 18 deaths, Kamituga with 12 deaths and also the Kalole and Mulungu health zones.

In a local press address on Friday, April 24, 2026, he noted an upward trend in measles cases in the province.

Justin Bengehya points out that almost all health zones in South Kivu are experiencing an epidemic, with the exception of certain localities including Minembwe and the Uvira highlands.

He indicates that response measures are underway, including free care and targeted vaccination campaigns.

It is worth recalling that the province of South Kivu is also facing a cholera epidemic and is also dealing with several other cases of monkeypox.

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Measles in Shabunda: 144 deaths recorded in less than two weeks, an urgent call for a response

Last updated: 2026/06/15 at 1:43 PM
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The Shabunda health zone has recorded 144 measles deaths in less than two weeks. In addition, more than 500 patients have been admitted to various health facilities, including the Shabunda General Referral Hospital in South Kivu province.

According to Joseph Mpeseni, a human rights defender in the area, this disease risks decimating the population due to its rapid spread. He also believes it threatens surrounding areas, as no adequate response has yet been organized.

He lamented that, despite the seriousness of the situation, no health authority seemed to be paying sufficient attention to the issue, even as the number of cases continued to rise.
Citing health officials from the four health zones in the Shabunda territory, Mr. Joseph Mpeseni reported several other cases recorded in neighboring health zones, notably in Lulingu, Mulungu, and Kalole.

He is calling for the urgent involvement of humanitarian organizations to provide medical assistance, strengthen patient care, and organize vaccination campaigns to limit the spread of this epidemic.

It should be noted that other reports indicate more than 700 deaths have been recorded since last February in this part of South Kivu, due to diseases such as measles and other illnesses that could be treated with proper care.

By Myriam Mufano.

https://radiomaendeleo.org/rougeole...e-deux-semaines-un-appel-urgent-a-la-riposte/

 

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More than 2,000 cases of measles in children in the Punia territory

Published on Thu, 16/07/2026 - 17:43 | Modified on Thu, 16/07/2026 - 17:50

Since June, the Punia territory (Maniema) has been facing a measles outbreak. More than 2,089 cases have been recorded and 21 children under five years old have died at the General Referral Hospital, according to the medical director, Dr. Amisi Makutano.

Faced with this worrying situation, he calls on parents to avoid self-medication and announces an integrated vaccination campaign against:

This campaign will target children from 6 months to 15 years old, in order to cover all age groups affected by the outbreak.

“We are following the information and instructions coming from our superiors, particularly the DPS. There is a campaign being prepared against measles, rubella, and polio. It is an integrated campaign that will target three diseases simultaneously. That is why we have taken into consideration children from 6 months to 15 years old who must receive this vaccination against measles, rubella, and polio at the same time,” stated Dr. Amisi Makutano.

This helps prevent the spread in communities, strengthens mass vaccination to limit outbreaks and protects vulnerable children in a context of health insecurity.

https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/07/...-chez-les-enfants-dans-le-territoire-de-punia