In the DRC, the WHO warns of the "worst cholera epidemic in decades," with 1,800 deaths amid an Ebola-related crisis

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is facing its worst cholera outbreak in decades, with over 60,000 cases and 1,800 deaths reported this year. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the eastern provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu, but cases are now appearing along the Congo River basin, raising concerns about potential spread to Kinshasa. The World Health Organization warns that the current year could surpass the previous record of cases from 2025. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing conflicts and difficult access to treatment, with a high fatality rate of around 3%. Vaccination campaigns are deemed crucial, especially in the eastern regions, with 7.4 million vaccine doses allocated for 2026.