Chad - Cholera outbreak 2026

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Ministry of Public Health of Chad
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Following the cases of gastroenteritis detected in the district of Karal, Hadjer-Lamis Province, the Ministry of Public Health and Prevention, through the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre, deployed a multidisciplinary team, led by Nguetora Guiradoumadji, to support the area affected by cholera.

Upon arrival, the team held an advocacy meeting at the home of the canton chief and brought together religious leaders, village chiefs, neighborhood leaders, and community leaders. This meeting helped raise awareness among these various leaders about the disease.

The mission held a meeting with the district's management team to review the situation before taking action on the various pillars.
A visit to the weekly market in Karal helped to ensure awareness and to guide agents for greater impact in messaging.

The team traveled to the village of Amaloulou in the Karal 1 area where the death was recorded for awareness sessions and technical actions for the prevention and control of cholera.

The day was also marked by a coordination meeting led by the Provincial Health Delegate of Hadjer-Lamis Dr Adoum Mahamat Tidjani to evaluate the day and develop field strategies for the continuation of the work.

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Chad: 129 cases of cholera recorded in the southwest

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Friday, July 3, 2026
10:53

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A total of 129 cholera cases have been recorded in Hadjer-Lamis province (southwest Chad) since the outbreak began in June, according to the Chadian Ministry of Public Health and Prevention.

At a follow-up meeting held this week, the deputy coordinator of the Public Health Emergency Operations Center, Ali Abdraman Abdoulaye, stated that the total number of deaths related to the disease has reached four, representing a case fatality rate of 3.1%.

Mr. Abdoulaye added that several response measures are being implemented, including the distribution of medical kits, resource mobilization, and capacity building for field response teams.

To contain the spread of the disease, health authorities are recommending continued active case finding and emphasizing the importance of raising community awareness about preventive measures.

In mid-June, the Chadian Ministry of Health reported 16 cases of cholera, including one death, in the southwest of the country.

Health authorities recommended strengthening epidemiological surveillance and informing the public about clinical signs and hygiene practices.

https://www.medi1news.com/fr/articl...1-YuBCDXgGgyWQGIhqc6fVQoyX5tq66xq3MUD9c5B_atM

 

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Cholera Outbreak in Chad - 2026: DREF Operation (MDRTD026)

Format Situation Report Source IFRC Posted 27 Jul 2026 Originally published 27 Jul 2026 Origin View original​

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Description of the Event

Date when the trigger was met

15-07-2026

What happened, where and when?

On 15 July 2026, the Secretary General of the Ministry of Public Health and Prevention (MoPHP), through the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (COUSP), issued official correspondence No. 2533/MSPP/SE/SG/COUSP/2026 requesting urgent support from technical and financial partners to strengthen cholera preparedness and response efforts in Chad. The letter called for the mobilization of additional resources to support the national response plan and prevent further spread of the outbreak to other provinces of the country and beyond its borders.

The request was made in the context of an ongoing cholera outbreak in Karal Health District, Hadjer-Lamis Province. Following the notification of the first suspected cases on 13 June 2026, laboratory confirmation of Vibrio cholerae O1 Ogawa, and the official declaration of the outbreak on 18 June 2026, transmission has continued to evolve. As of 9 July 2026, a cumulative total of 167 cases and 5 deaths, including 3 community deaths, had been reported, corresponding to a 3 per cent case fatality rate (CFR). The outbreak is currently concentrated in four active health areas: Karal 1, Karal 2, Baltram and Alkouk where 23 villages and neighbourhoods have reported at least one cholera case. The Epidemic Response Committee meeting referenced in the document shared on 7 July reported suspected cases in N'Djamena, which further supports the risk of the outbreak spreading to health areas close to Karal.

The absence of a new situation report (SitRep) does not allow for an assessment of how the situation has evolved to date. However, the letter from the Ministry of Health requesting support as well as all coordination in place reinforces the fact that the situation is not yet fully under control. Vigilance must therefore be maintained.

Despite ongoing efforts by health authorities and partners, important operational gaps remain. The risk of further expansion remains high due to significant population movements, commercial exchanges, the mobility of nomadic populations, and the presence of vulnerable communities and displacement sites in the area. Health authorities have also highlighted inadequate sanitation conditions and limited access to safe water as factors increasing the likelihood of transmission to neighbouring health areas, districts and provinces. The Ministry's request for support therefore seeks to reinforce response activities in affected communities while strengthening surveillance, early warning and prevention measures in surrounding high-risk areas to contain the outbreak and prevent further geographical spread

https://reliefweb.int/report/chad/cholera-outbreak-chad-2026-dref-operation-mdrtd026

 

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Cholera in N'Djamena: 55 confirmed cases and six deaths, the ministry calls for vigilance

Published on 30/07/2026 in Health / Chad
By the Editorial Staff

The cholera epidemic continues to spread in the Chadian capital, where 55 cases have been recorded since the first patients were detected, including six deaths and 33 recoveries, said Dr. Rozi Tchou Issa, chief medical officer of the N'Djamena-East health district, on Thursday.

Invited to the morning show on Tchadinfos, the doctor specified that the first three suspected cases were reported on July 19 in the Farcha neighborhood, in the 1st arrondissement. Samples taken from these patients subsequently confirmed the presence of the bacteria responsible for cholera.

" This means that the epidemic is already here. The disease is here ," said Dr. Rozi Tchou Issa.

According to him, two health districts are currently affected: the northern district, which covers the 1st arrondissement, and the central district, which includes the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th arrondissements.

Several treatment centers have been established, notably at the Renaissance Hospital, the Mother and Child Hospital, and other leading healthcare facilities. The five health districts of N'Djamena also have units capable of receiving and treating initial cases.

Health workers have been trained, and handwashing facilities and triage systems have been reinforced at the entrances to health facilities, according to the doctor. Awareness campaigns have also been launched with local councils and communities.

Asked about the causes of this new outbreak, Dr. Rozi Tchou Issa cited the rainy season, floods, insufficient access to drinking water, poor sanitation conditions and open defecation.

Rainwater can carry fecal matter and contaminate water sources or food consumed by people, he explained, calling for a joint mobilization of health authorities, municipalities, relevant ministries, traditional and religious leaders, and citizens.

The doctor stressed the importance of adhering to basic hygiene measures: washing hands regularly with soap and water, drinking clean water, washing fruits and vegetables, eating hot meals, and avoiding open defecation.

He also urged anyone experiencing diarrhea and vomiting to go to the nearest health center immediately.

" Early diagnosis of cholera should not kill. What kills is the delay in treatment and severe dehydration ," he warned.

Dr. Rozi Tchou Issa also refuted any concealment of data, specifying that the figure of 55 cases represented the cumulative total recorded since the beginning of the epidemic, and not the number of patients still hospitalized.

https://tchadinfos.com/2026/07/30/c...ix-deces-le-ministere-appelle-a-la-vigilance/

 

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Cholera outbreak: 81 cases and 8 deaths reported in N'Djamena

Published on 06/08/2026 in Health / Chad
By Madjissembaye Ngardinon

Cholera is spreading in N'Djamena. During a meeting this Thursday, August 6, with the mayors of the city of N'Djamena, the Minister of Public Health, Dr. Abdelmadjid Abderahim Mahamat, gave a report of 81 cases, including 8 deaths, recorded in the capital.

It was on July 24 that the Ministry of Health alerted the population to this epidemic in N'Djamena, without specifying the number of cases.

As of July 29, 15 cases had been recorded. On July 30, the numbers jumped to 55 cases and 6 deaths.

It should be noted that the cholera outbreak was first declared in June in the district of Karal, in the neighboring province of Hadjer-Lamis. As of July 2, 2026, 129 cases and 4 deaths have been officially recorded in this district.

​https://tchadinfos.com/2026/08/06/epidemie-de-cholera-81-cas-et-8-deces-notifies-a-ndjamena/

 

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Lac: Increased vigilance in Kaya and Baga-Sola in the face of the cholera threat

Published on 10/08/2026 in Health / Chad
By the Editorial Staff

The cholera threat is intensifying in Lac Province. On August 8, health authorities confirmed 46 cases, prompting administrative officials and health services to strengthen preventive measures, especially in Kaya and Baga-Sola.

Faced with the risk of the disease spreading, the health alert has become a priority in this region. In Kaya, the prefect is calling on the population to exercise increased vigilance, particularly in densely populated areas where the risk of contamination remains high.

In Baga-Sola, several preventative measures have been implemented in markets and other public spaces. Handwashing stations have been installed at main entrances, while disinfection operations using chlorinated water are increasing.

On the ground, health workers are mobilized to conduct regular checks and raise public awareness about preventative measures. The authorities' objective is clear: to limit the transmission of the disease as much as possible. In neighborhoods and public places alike, the same message is being emphasized: prevention remains the most effective weapon against cholera. Authorities also stress the importance of seeking prompt medical attention in cases of acute diarrhea or vomiting. Early treatment at a health center significantly reduces the risk of complications.

In this context of heightened alert, every action counts. Adherence to hygiene measures, access to clean water, and prompt medical care for the sick remain essential to containing the spread of the epidemic. In Kaya as in Baga-Sola, collective vigilance is more crucial than ever to protect the population.

https://tchadinfos.com/2026/08/10/l...aya-et-baga-sola-face-a-la-menace-du-cholera/

 

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Cholera in Chad: 484 cases and 21 deaths recorded as of August 16

Published on 19/08/2026 in Health / Chad
By Yves Dangourbe

The cholera epidemic that has been affecting Chad since mid-June continues to spread. According to the latest situation report (SITREP No. 035) from the Ministry of Health, 484 cumulative cases and 21 deaths had been recorded as of August 16, 2026.

The outbreak began on June 13, 2026, with two suspected cases reported in Karal, in the Hadjer-Lamis province. Three days later, the laboratory confirmed the presence of Vibrio cholerae O1 Ogawa. By mid-July, the disease had reached the N'Djamena North district, before an epidemic was officially declared in the capital on July 24.

Since the beginning of August, the Lac province has also experienced a significant increase in cases. The health districts of Bol, Kangallom, Bagassola and, more recently, Liwa account for a large proportion of new reports.

To date, nine health districts spread across three provinces — Hadjer-Lamis, N'Djamena and Lac — are affected. Fourteen areas of responsibility remain active, covering 65 villages and neighborhoods.

The situation remains concerning, with a case fatality rate of 4.3%, well above the recommended threshold of 1%. Of the 21 deaths recorded, 11 occurred in the community. The report also indicates that 86% of patients arrive at healthcare facilities with moderate or severe dehydration, reflecting delays in case detection and access to care.

In response to this increase, health authorities and their partners are strengthening their efforts. Awareness campaigns are being conducted in communities, and volunteers are being trained. More than 1,200 households have already benefited from targeted disinfection, and thousands of Aquatabs tablets have been distributed.

On the vaccination front, nearly 1.93 million doses of oral cholera vaccine are available in Chad. More than 205,000 people have already been vaccinated in the targeted areas.

However, the response still faces several challenges: limited access to drinking water, open defecation, high population mobility, lack of WASH kits and medical supplies, insufficient staff and security constraints in some localities in the Lake Province.

Health authorities remind the public that cholera is primarily transmitted through contaminated water and food. They recommend washing hands regularly, drinking clean water, thoroughly washing fruits and vegetables, and seeking prompt medical attention in case of severe diarrhea.

https://tchadinfos.com/2026/08/19/c...tm_source=facebook&utm_medium=jetpack_social​