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Cholera Outbreak Surges Past 35,000 Cases in DRC

Israa Farhan The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recorded more than 35,000 cases of cholera since the beginning of 2025, as the country faces one of its most severe outbreaks in recent years. Health Minister Roger Kamba said the DRC is currently in the acute phase of the epidemic, with the capital Kinshasa, home to over 17 million people, among the hardest-hit regions. The rapid spread of the disease has been attributed to a combination of recurring floods, lack of access to clean drinking water, poor sanitation infrastructure, and large-scale population displacement. In response to the escalating crisis, the Ministry of Health is intensifying epidemiological surveillance at border crossings through the National Border Hygiene Program. These efforts aim to contain the outbreak and minimize the risk of cross-border transmission. Cholera, a waterborne disease linked to contaminated water and inadequate sanitation, remains a persistent threat in regions experiencing climate-related disasters and infrastructure challenges. The World Health Organization has previously identified the DRC as one of the high-risk countries for recurrent cholera outbreaks due to its vulnerable public health systems read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream