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Sudan cholera outbreak kills 120 as WHO warns

The World Health Organization has warned that a cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed 120 people. The outbreak is affecting West Kordofan state, where health officials have reported 838 suspected cases and seven confirmed cases so far. WHO said the situation is getting worse because the conflict in Sudan has disrupted health services and forced many people to leave their homes. The agency added that insecurity and limited access are slowing the delivery of medical supplies and the work of response teams. WHO said it is working with partners to expand treatment centres, set up oral rehydration points, distribute cholera kits, and support hygiene and health education in affected communities.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA July 1, 2026

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France confirms first Ebola case outside Africa

France has confirmed its first case of Ebola in the current outbreak, and the case is the first detected outside Africa. The patient is a doctor who recently returned from a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the outbreak is still ongoing. French health officials said the doctor was quickly admitted to a specialist hospital and placed in isolation. Authorities said the patient is receiving proper care and that contact tracing is already under way. They also said the risk of wider spread in France remains low because the case was identified quickly. The outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has already caused a large number of infections and deaths. Health workers there continue to work under difficult conditions as they try to contain the virus. Ebola is a serious and often deadly disease, but health […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 24, 2026

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new africa

Ebola cases rise above 1,000 in Congo

Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have now passed 1,000, according to health updates from regional health authorities. The outbreak is being caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola and is affecting parts of the country’s north-eastern region. Health officials say the situation remains serious, with more cases and deaths still being reported as surveillance and testing continue. The World Health Organization has already described the outbreak as a public health emergency that requires strong international coordination. Response teams are working to isolate confirmed cases, trace contacts, and support treatment efforts in affected areas. Officials have warned that the virus may spread further if the response is delayed or if communities do not seek care early. Health workers are also urging people to avoid contact with the sick, follow hygiene measures, and report symptoms quickly.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 23, 2026

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Nigeria

Ebola Alert: FG Tightens Airport, Border Screening

The Federal Government has announced plans to enforce stricter monitoring and screening measures at airports and border points to prevent a possible Ebola outbreak in Nigeria. The move follows an emergency preparedness meeting convened in Lagos on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, where health authorities, security agencies, and emergency response officials reviewed the country's readiness against the deadly virus. The high-level meeting was led by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila. Speaking after the closed-door meeting, Gbajabiamila assured Nigerians that there is currently no confirmed Ebola case in the country. "The government is putting things in place to make sure that this doesn't spread out," he said, urging Nigerians not to panic. The World Health Organization declared Ebola virus disease a public health emergency of international concern. As of May 27, 2026, authorities reported at […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 3, 2026

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Nigeria

Lassa Fever: Medical Academy Demands Action as Deaths Hit 204

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that Lassa fever has killed 204 people in Nigeria in 2026, prompting the Nigerian Academy of Medicine to demand urgent government action as the fatality rate worsens. As of May 29, 2026, the NCDC has recorded 793 laboratory-confirmed Lassa fever cases across multiple states, with the outbreak's case fatality rate rising to approximately 25.7%, higher than previous years and surpassing 2025 levels. Delayed treatment and weak surveillance systems have been cited as major factors contributing to the rising death toll. The Academy of Medicine has called on the Federal Government to declare the Lassa fever outbreak a national health emergency, strengthen year-round surveillance, improve early detection systems, and ensure adequate funding for diagnostics, treatment, and community engagement. Members warned that the current trend threatens Nigeria's public health security and […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 1, 2026

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Nigeria

Nigeria at High Risk of Ebola Virus Importation – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has declared Nigeria at "high risk" of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) being imported into the country. The NCDC activated emergency response teams following the alert. The agency classified the risk as high due to ongoing Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a recently reported imported case in Uganda. NCDC Director-General stated that the agency is closely monitoring developments across the region and working with relevant stakeholders, including the Port Health Service of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, to strengthen vigilance and preparedness within Nigeria's public health system. The likelihood of importation to Nigeria is high due to increased air travel between Nigeria and Uganda, especially through Kenya's Nairobi Airport, which serves as a major transit hub connecting the countries. The NCDC confirmed that […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA May 25, 2026

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Nigeria

Lassa fever kills four in Nasarawa, hospital shut

Four people, including two pregnant women, have died from suspected Lassa fever in Awe Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.​Following the deaths, the Nasarawa State Government has closed the General Hospital in Awe and placed health workers, including the Medical Superintendent, in isolation as a precaution.​ Health officials said the situation worsened after a woman with symptoms suspected to be Lassa fever died shortly after arriving at a health facility, followed days later by her husband with similar signs.​Poor handling of suspected cases and the escape of some patients referred to Lafia for isolation have raised concern among residents and health workers.​ The state’s Director of Public Health reported that only one case has been laboratory confirmed so far, but surveillance and fumigation are ongoing at the hospital to prevent further spread.​Health workers are calling for urgent provision of protective […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA January 8, 2026

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Nigeria

FG made four emergency cholera vaccine requests as outbreak worsened — WHO

Nigeria’s Federal Government submitted four emergency requests for oral cholera vaccines to the International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision as the country battled a worsening outbreak in 2025, a new World Health Organisation report has revealed. As of 26 October, Nigeria had recorded 22,102 suspected cholera cases and 500 deaths, giving a Case Fatality Rate of 2.3 per cent, with 1,320 cases and 33 deaths reported in just the preceding 28 days.​ The report situates Nigeria’s crisis within a broader global surge, noting that 565,404 cases and 7,074 deaths were reported across 32 countries in five WHO regions during the review period. The Eastern Mediterranean Region was the worst hit, followed by the African Region, South‑East Asia, the Americas and the Western Pacific.​ In October alone, 13 African countries reported 13,253 new cholera cases, a drop compared with September, but […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 30, 2025

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new africa

Congo Declares New Ebola Outbreak in Kasai 15 Dead

Congo has declared a new Ebola outbreak in southern Kasai, with 28 suspected infections and 15 confirmed deaths, according to the Ministry of Health. The outbreak began in late August when a pregnant woman in Bulape was admitted with bleeding symptoms and died within a week. Several hospital staff and laboratory workers who had contact with her later developed symptoms. Provincial authorities initially reported eight deaths, but the toll quickly rose as more suspected cases emerged. The National Institute of Public Health elevated the alert level this week, confirming that the virus is once again spreading in the region. Ebola is transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids of infected patients. Early signs include fever, fatigue, and muscle aches, which may progress to severe bleeding and organ failure. Health workers and family members remain the most vulnerable, especially during treatment […]

Ahmad September 4, 2025

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WESTERN

Cholera Outbreak in Western Region Claims 14 Lives, Over 800 Cases Reported.

A cholera outbreak in Ghana's Western Region has claimed 14 lives and led to over 800 suspected cases, as hospitals struggle to cope with overcrowding and limited resources. Reports indicate that daily new infections exceed 60, with both public and private health facilities receiving 15–20 cases daily.The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has deployed a team to monitor the outbreak and enhance emergency healthcare support. Hospitals have converted waiting areas into treatment spaces, underscoring the urgency of the situation. In response, a vaccination campaign targeting high-risk areas like Sekondi-Takoradi and Ahanta West is set to commence on December 14.Authorities have also ordered food vendors, particularly those selling vegetables, to halt operations after investigations revealed that 96% of infections stemmed from contaminated food. Sanitation inspections are ongoing to curb the spread of the disease.

Edem 4Style December 14, 2024

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