Government releases K13 million to curb cholera outbreak

Cholera death toll hits 30 as cases rise to 1,622

THIRTY people have died from cholera since the outbreak began in July, with 1,622 cases recorded as of 28 October, Minister of Health Professor Roma Chilengi has told Parliament. Prof. Chilengi said the cases were recorded between 28 July and 28 October 2026, including 228 laboratory-confirmed cases. He said 1,488 patients have recovered and been […] The post Cholera death toll hits 30 as cases rise to 1,622 first appeared on Mwebantu.

Government releases K13 million to curb cholera outbreak

Government has released K13 million to support the emergency supply of safe water as Zambia intensifies efforts to contain the cholera outbreak and prevent further transmission of the disease. Speaking in a ministerial statement to the National Assembly, Minister of Health Professor Roma Chilengi said access to safe water remains critical in the fight against […]