Recent reports from Sudan have revealed a concerning spike in cholera cases, with a nearly 40% increase in less than two weeks. The outbreak, which was first reported in July, has now affected 21,288 individuals across 11 of the country's 18 states, resulting in 626 deaths. This marks a significant escalation from the 15,577 cases and 506 deaths reported just weeks ago.
The majority of cases have been concentrated in the eastern states, particularly in Kassala. In response to the growing crisis, UNICEF has joined forces with the Sudanese Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) to conduct a second round of oral cholera vaccination campaigns in the region.
