Zambia: Cholera Outbreak
A cholera outbreak in Zambia, first reported in October 2023, has seen a dramatic increase in transmission since mid-December. The country has now recorded more than 7,000 cases and 270 deaths, with over 500 new cases daily. The IFRC and its membership seek CHF 4 million (CHF 3 million of which is expected to be raised by the IFRC Secretariat) to support the Zambia Red Cross Society to reach 3.5 million people with life-saving assistance.
3,000,000
CHF Needed to help most vulnerable
2,944,955
CHF currently funded
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Zambia - Cholera Outbreak (MDRZM021)
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Press release
Global leaders call for commitment to end the cholera emergency
Global leaders call for commitment to end the cholera emergency
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Article
Joint statement: Millions at risk from cholera due to lack of clean water, soap and toilets, and shortage of cholera vaccine
Joint statement: Millions at risk from cholera due to lack of clean water, soap and toilets, and shortage of cholera vaccine
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Press release
Cholera outbreak spirals in Zambia: IFRC launches urgent CHF 4 million appeal
Cholera outbreak spirals in Zambia: IFRC launches urgent CHF 4 million appeal
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