Cholera Outbreak in Kosti, Sudan: 58 Dead, 1,300 Infected

A cholera outbreak in Kosti, a southern Sudanese city, has resulted in 58 deaths and approximately 1,300 infections over the past three days, VOA reported citing health authorities. The outbreak is primarily attributed to contaminated drinking water following an attack on the city’s water treatment facility by a paramilitary group engaged in ongoing conflict with the military.

The Health Ministry reported that the outbreak occurred between Thursday and Saturday, prompting immediate action to combat the spread of the disease. Measures include a vaccination campaign aimed at controlling the outbreak.

Cholera, a highly contagious disease, causes severe diarrhea and dehydration, which can be fatal without prompt treatment. The World Health Organization emphasizes that cholera is transmitted through contaminated food and water. This recent outbreak follows a severe cholera crisis in 2024, where over 600 people died and more than 21,000 were affected between July and October. Health officials are urging residents to take precautions against the disease.