Sudan records over 2000 cholera deaths since July 2024

Sudan Cholera Outbreak Claims Over 2,000 Lives Amid Escalating Health Crisis

Cholera Outbreak Spreads Across 17 States
Sudan’s Ministry of Health has confirmed a staggering 91,034 cholera cases and 2,302 related deaths since the outbreak began in July 2024. The disease has spread rapidly across 116 localities in 17 states, compounding an already dire humanitarian crisis in the war-torn nation.

Weekly Surge in Infections Raises Alarm
In just one week from July 12 to 18 authorities recorded 1,307 new cases and 18 deaths across 35 localities in 12 states. Tawila locality in North Darfur State emerged as the most affected area with 519 new cases, while Bileil locality in South Darfur State reported the highest number of fatalities for the week.

United Nations Raises Red Flag
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has expressed grave concern over the worsening humanitarian conditions. The deadly cholera epidemic is occurring alongside seasonal flooding, mass population displacements, and limited access to health services conditions that are fueling the public health emergency.

Multiple Disease Outbreaks Due to Rainy Season
The rainy season in Sudan has triggered a surge in diseases including cholera, malaria, and dengue fever. Health experts warn that poor sanitation, stagnant water, and limited healthcare infrastructure are accelerating the spread of these illnesses in vulnerable communities.

Conflict Weakens Sudan’s Health System
Sudan’s ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces since April 2023 has crippled the nation’s health infrastructure. Over 250 hospitals have been forced to close, and up to 80% of medical institutions in conflict zones are not functioning, leaving millions without access to essential healthcare.

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