Sudan is battling one of its worst cholera outbreaks in recent history, with 2,302 deaths and 91,034 confirmed cases reported since July 2024, according to the Ministry of Health. The epidemic has spread across 116 localities in 17 states, overwhelming healthcare systems already crippled by ongoing conflict and natural disasters.
In the week of July 12–18 alone, 1,307 new cases and 18 deaths were recorded. Tawila locality in North Darfur State saw the highest infection rate (519 cases), while Bileil in South Darfur reported the most fatalities. The UN warns the crisis is worsening due to seasonal floods, mass displacements, and collapsing medical infrastructure.
Over 250 hospitals nationwide have closed, with 70–80% of facilities in conflict zones non-operational. The fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces, ongoing since April 2023, has displaced millions and left vulnerable populations exposed to waterborne diseases like malaria and dengue fever.
Humanitarian agencies emphasize urgent needs for clean water, medical supplies, and international support as the rainy season intensifies health risks. The crisis highlights Sudan's interconnected challenges of political instability, climate vulnerability, and public health preparedness.
