The DRC had reported 3,973 confirmed cases, 1,801 deaths and 776 recoveries across 51 health zones in five provinces as of Aug. 4, according to the agencies. The figures emerged after a joint high-level mission by WHO and Africa CDC to Uganda and the DRC on Aug. 4 and 5. Ituri accounts for almost 90% of confirmed Ebola cases in the DRC, with Bunia, Rwampara and Mongbwalu among the most affected health zones. Close Sign up for free AllAfrica Newsletters Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox Top Headlines Ebola Uganda Africa By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy. The challenge in the DRC is making the response move faster than the virus.