The number of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 7,022, with 3,398 people having died since the outbreak began in May.
Government figures released on Saturday show that 1,671 people have recovered as health authorities continue efforts to contain the disease.
The outbreak started in Ituri province in northeastern DR Congo and has since spread to seven provinces.
Among the affected areas is South-Ubangi, which borders the Central African Republic and the Republic of Congo.
Authorities say there are now signs that the outbreak could be slowing down.
Government spokesman,Patrick Muyaya said the outbreak peaked in the third week of August, with new infections now declining.
Ten of the 61 affected health zones have gone at least 21 days without recording a new case.
Ituri remains the worst-affected province, with cases reported in schools.
The cases have raised concern among parents and health officials, particularly in Bunia.
Schools in the town have introduced measures such as mandatory handwashing and smaller class sizes to help prevent the virus from spreading.
The outbreak is being caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.
There is currently no approved vaccine or treatment for this strain, although several vaccines and treatments are being tested.
Health authorities are continuing to monitor the affected areas as they work to bring the outbreak under control.
