Cholera Cases Surge in Conflict-Ridden Sudan, UN Raises Alarm

The rapid increase in cholera cases amid Sudan's ongoing conflict has prompted urgent action from international health organizations.

Cholera cases in Sudan have risen by nearly 40% in less than two weeks, with over 21,000 cases reported across 11 states.
The outbreak, officially declared in August, is primarily affecting eastern Sudan, exacerbated by recent floods and the ongoing conflict.
UNICEF and WHO are collaborating with Sudan's health ministry to conduct vaccination campaigns, aiming to reach 1.81 million people in the hardest-hit areas.
Health officials stress that while vaccines are crucial, comprehensive measures including clean water access and community engagement are essential.
Sudan's healthcare system is severely strained, with 75% of facilities in Khartoum non-functional due to the conflict between the military and RSF.