An Ebola outbreak in Congo has resulted in over 1,000 deaths as of July 23rd. Authorities report 1,033 confirmed deaths out of 2,536 cases. The mortality rate stands at 40 percent, with 506 individuals having recovered. Currently, 738 people are in isolation or receiving treatment. Health teams are actively engaged in surveillance, case management, and contact tracing to curb the spread. However, contact tracing effectiveness is below the World Health Organization's recommended threshold. Two deaths have also been confirmed in Uganda, which has seen no new cases recently. This outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, lacks approved treatments or vaccines. Lack of funding, vaccines, and medicine is hindering efforts to combat the epidemic. International organizations are seeking substantial additional funds and resources to escalate the response. The current outbreak is progressing at a concerningly rapid rate.