The ongoing civil war in Sudan has triggered a humanitarian catastrophe that is fueling a deadly cholera outbreak, a World Health Organization (WHO) official warned on Friday.
More than 300 people have perished from the bacterial disease, with a total of 11,327 cholera cases reported thus far, according to WHO official Margaret Harris.
The situation is dire, and the true number of infections is likely higher than current figures.
The crisis in Sudan has created a breeding ground for the disease, with displaced populations lacking access to clean water and sanitation.
As a result, cholera has spread rapidly through vulnerable communities.
Moreover, the conflict has exacerbated other health threats, with cases of dengue fever and meningitis also on the rise.
The combined impact of these diseases is placing immense strain on the already overwhelmed healthcare system in Sudan.
The WHO is urging the international community to provide urgent humanitarian aid to address the crisis and prevent further loss of life.
