Chad faces a spiraling cholera crisis after health officials confirmed 13 fatalities and 239 confirmed cases. The outbreak, now affecting two provinces, was declared by authorities on July 24, following initial fatalities in mid-June.

The hardest-hit regions include Hadjer Lamis and N’Djamena, where limited access to clean water and inadequate sanitation infrastructure have exacerbated transmission risks. To combat the spread, health teams have launched vaccination campaigns, with over 50,000 doses already administered.

Cholera, transmitted through contaminated water or food, remains a deadly threat without prompt rehydration treatment. While antibiotics can treat severe cases, delays in care can turn fatal within hours. Chad’s situation mirrors broader regional concerns, as neighboring countries like the Central African Republic, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo also report escalating cholera outbreaks.