cholera in africa Stories

Cholera epidemic claims 3,747 lives in Africa in 2024, with Sudan leading fatalities - Africa CDC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 16, 2025

Kenya, although less severely affected, has reported 300 cases and three deaths.

WHO announces global resurgence of cholera cases in 2024
UN News  |  Jun 21, 2024

The agency’s Eastern Mediterranean Region reported the highest number of cases, followed by the African Region

WHO approves new oral cholera vaccine amid global shortages
Amina Wako  |  Apr 20, 2024

This is crucial in preventing, limiting, and controlling cholera outbreaks, particularly in countries facing dire shortcomings in disease prevention a...

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