Cholera Outbreak Escalates Amid Sudan Conflict

Cholera cases in Sudan have surged by nearly 40% in under two weeks, with over 21,000 cases and 626 deaths reported. Efforts to combat the outbreak include vaccination campaigns, but challenges remain due to ongoing conflict and infrastructure damage, exacerbating the crisis.

In war-ravaged Sudan, cholera cases have surged by almost 40% in less than two weeks, alarming health officials. According to the U.N., the outbreak has been inadequately addressed since first reported in July.

The Sudanese health ministry announced Monday an alarming rise to 21,288 cases across 11 states, resulting in 626 fatalities. This marks a stark increase from late September figures, with the eastern states, particularly Kassala, hardest hit.

A vaccination campaign was initiated last month in collaboration with UNICEF and the WHO. Despite the vaccine rollouts, including the recent delivery of 1.4 million doses by UNICEF, the conflict between the Sudanese military and the RSF continues to impede healthcare delivery.

(With inputs from agencies.)