Malawi Reopens Schools Despite Rise in Cholera Cases

Malawi Reopens Schools Despite Rise in Cholera Cases

There was visible excitement among students when schools reopened Tuesday in Malawi's two biggest cities, Lilongwe and Blantyre, after a two-week suspension caused by a cholera outbreak.  The bacterial illness has killed close to 800 people, more than 100 of them children, and affected more than 25,000.  Malawi's government announced measures to prevent cholera from spreading in schools but warned it will shut down the schools again if needed.  …

Malawi schools reopen after deadly cholera outbreak

Schools in the capital, Lilongwe, and the commercial hub, Blantyre, had remained closed for at least two weeks after the Christmas holidays.

Had Cholera Imbas Closed, Malawi Schools Reopen!

Schools in Malawi's two largest cities, Lilongwe and Blantyre, reopened on Tuesday (17/1/2023).