Sudan is currently facing a cholera outbreak that has claimed the lives of nearly two dozen people and infected hundreds more. The country, already struggling with a 16-month conflict and devastating floods, is now battling this fast-spreading and deadly infection.
Health Minister Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim reported that 22 people have died from cholera and 354 confirmed cases have been detected in recent weeks. The World Health Organization revealed that 78 deaths and over 2,400 cases were recorded in Sudan from January to July this year.
Cholera, a highly contagious disease transmitted through contaminated food or water, causes severe dehydration and can lead to death within hours if untreated. The outbreak adds to Sudan’s existing challenges, with thousands dead, millions displaced, and infrastructure destroyed by conflict.
The Sudanese health authorities, with support from WHO, are working to implement a vaccination campaign to control the outbreak. The country is also under pressure to join peace talks in Switzerland to find a resolution to the conflict.
While facing multiple crises, Sudan continues to struggle to provide basic healthcare and assistance to its citizens, highlighting the urgent need for international support and cooperation.