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DEADLY CHOLERA OUTBREAK KILLS AT LEAST 172 PEOPLE IN SUDAN
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CapitalTimesNews / 3 weeks
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A cholera outbreak in Sudan has claimed the lives of at least 172 people, with 2,700 infections reported in the past week, according to the country’s Ministry of Health. The outbreak is concentrated in Khartoum state, where 90% of cases have been reported, and water and electricity supply have been severely disrupted due to the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The war, which began in April 2023, has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with humanitarian agencies raising alarms over the deteriorating situation. UNICEF has described the needs in Sudan as “staggering” and is working to deliver clean water, nutrition, medical treatment, and vaccines to affected populations. The cholera outbreak is a major concern, with the Ministry of Health struggling to respond to the crisis amidst the ongoing conflict. The situation is dire, and urgent action is needed to prevent further deaths and alleviate the suffering of those affected.
