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.
![Along with a volunteer, Zambia Red Cross Society Acting Secretary General Cosmas Sakala (left) meets with local residents as part of ongoing cholera prevention efforts.](/sites/default/files/styles/emergency_page_featured_image_desktop_499_x_320_/public/2024-01/zambia_red_cross_society_cholera_outbreak_low_rez.jpg?itok=E7NNyEof)
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