June 23, LNW(Colombo): The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported a further increase in confirmed Ebola cases, with the total reaching 1,048, including 267 deaths, according to health authorities.

The latest figures were released on Monday, a day after the number of confirmed Ebola infections surpassed the 1,000 mark for the first time since the outbreak began.

Health officials continue efforts to contain the spread of the deadly virus through surveillance, treatment and vaccination programmes. The outbreak remains one of the most serious Ebola epidemics in the country’s history, with authorities and international health agencies closely monitoring the situation.

Officials have urged affected communities to cooperate with health measures aimed at preventing further transmission of the disease.