Nigeria and Angola are grappling with new cholera outbreaks that have claimed multiple lives, sparking urgent public health responses in both nations.
In Nigeria, the first cholera outbreak of the year was reported in Rivers State, with at least nine fatalities confirmed. Health authorities stated that three deaths occurred in Andoni, while six others were reported in Akuku-Toru local government areas. Ada Oreh, the State Health Commissioner, highlighted the vulnerability of the region to cholera and acute watery diarrhea, especially during the dry season when access to clean water becomes limited.
Meanwhile, Angola is facing a more severe situation. Since January 5, over 400 cholera cases have been reported, with at least 24 fatalities. The Health Ministry of Angola confirmed 39 new cases in the past 24 hours, predominantly in the capital city of Luanda. The country is working hard to curb the rapid spread of the disease.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that cholera outbreaks have been on the rise across sub-Saharan Africa, with at least 14 countries affected in recent years. In light of these troubling developments, both Nigeria and Angola’s health authorities are ramping up efforts to contain the outbreaks, implement prevention measures, and prevent further deaths.
The ongoing outbreaks have raised concerns about the need for stronger water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure to mitigate the spread of the disease, particularly in areas that lack sufficient access to clean water and healthcare facilities.