The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a spike in cholera cases, with over 125,000 suspected cases and 3,644 deaths recorded between January 2025 and September 2026. The World Health Organization warns that the epidemic is spreading due to lack of clean water and sanitation. Since the beginning of 2026, more than 51,412 suspected cases and 1,487 deaths have been reported in 21 provinces.
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