Sudan faces worst cholera outbreak in years as war devastates infrastructure
The ICRC is focusing its emergency response on the states of Khartoum, Gedaref, North Darfur, East Darfur and Sennar, where the combination of cholera and malnutrition is most severe. To date, ICRC support to health centres and rapid response teams has enabled the treatment of almost 18,000 patients and strengthened early detection of new cases.
In North Darfur, for example, the ICRC has provided critical assistance to around 82,000 displaced people in Tawila, in collaboration with the Sudanese Red Crescent and local health authorities. This support includes distributing hygiene kits, improving access to safe drinking water, running awareness campaigns, and conducting fumigation activities to prevent the spread of disease.
“The situation remains urgent. The rainy season is under way and the risk of new cases is high. So quick action and coordination are essential,” Pozo added.
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