The Ebola outbreak has spread from Ituri province to Kisangani in Tshopo province, prompting MSF to expand its response with new treatment centers. This expansion occurs as humanitarian organizations warn of the twin threat of Ebola and El Niño deepening an already severe crisis. WFP provided emergency assistance to approximately 1.38 million people in July through food distributions and cash transfers.

The Ebola outbreak poses a significant threat, particularly to children under five who experience a higher case fatality ratio. The anticipated El Niño weather phenomenon is projected to cause additional heat-related deaths, further straining humanitarian efforts.

The spread of Ebola and the looming El Niño threaten to worsen the humanitarian situation for a population already experiencing significant displacement, with over 1.4 million internally displaced persons. Malnutrition prevention and treatment activities supported over 271,000 children and women.

The specific impact of the El Niño phenomenon on food security and displacement patterns is not yet detailed in recent reporting.