More than two million people have no access to clean water. HRW warns that the situation is similar to 2008, when Zimbabwe experienced the most devastating cholera outbreak in Africa in 15 years.
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Polio vaccination campaign in northwest Syria reaches more than 900,000 children
As every child deserves the right to proper healthcare, to reach some of the far-flung areas of the conflict zone, the Polio vaccination teams sometimes relied on hooves as a means of transportation.
World + 10 more
Cholera cases drop worldwide as key endemic countries report greater control
The number of cholera cases decreased globally by 60% in 2018, the WHO announced in a report that points to an encouraging trend in cholera prevention.
WHO and partners rush to deliver cholera vaccines to remote areas of Zimbabwe
By the time the campaign wrapped up, more than 975,000 oral cholera vaccine doses had been administered in two rounds over a two-week period.
Zimbabwe: Cyclone Idai component of the Flash Appeal 17 per cent funded
The revised Flash Appeal calls for $294 million (including $60 million for the Cyclone Idai response). Donors have contributed at least $10.1 million for the cyclone-response component.
Cholera vaccination campaign targets 500,000 people in Zimbabwe
During the campaign, all residents of Chimanimani and Chipinge districts aged 12 months and older will receive the vaccine to protect them against cholera.
Mozambique + 2 more
One month on from Cyclone Idai, 1.6 million children still reeling from its impact - UNICEF
The needs in Mozambique remain massive, with 1 million children in need of assistance, followed by more than 443,000 in Malawi and 130,000 in Zimbabwe.
UN seeks $234 million in urgent appeal for Zimbabwe
UN humanitarian chief approved $10 million allocation from the Central Emergency Response Fund, while more is required to help 5.3 million people in need of assistance.
DR Congo + 11 more
How IFRC responded to the five biggest emergencies in Africa in 2018
The IFRC responded to 34 emergencies in 22 countries across Africa where millions were affected by natural disasters, epidemics, population movement, complex emergencies and food insecurity.
Polio outbreak in Syria successfully stopped
After an 18-month long intensive vaccination campaign, the outbreak has been successfully stopped with no international spread, according to experts.
Malawi + 15 more
El Niño phenomenon adds to food insecurity worries in southern Africa
There is at least an 80% chance of an El Niño phenomenon between October and December 2018, coinciding with the lean season. An El Niño at this time is associated with below-average rain.
UN and SARC deliver humanitarian assistance to 50,000 people at Rukban camp in Syria
The inter-agency aid operation will bring food, sanitation and hygiene supplies, nutrition and health assistance to Rukban. Some 10,000 children will be vaccinated against Measles, Polio and other deadly diseases.
UN allocates US$3M new funds for cholera response in Zimbabwe
The funds will provide immediate life-saving assistance to 600,000 people who are infected or at risk of being infected by cholera in Harare according to UN Resident Coordinator Bishow Parajuli.
Cholera outbreak spreads in Zimbabwe; at least 30 people dead
Cholera is reportedly spreading to different areas of the country. Poor WASH and health infrastructure are facilitating the rapid spread of the disease.
WHO scaling up response to fast-moving cholera outbreak in Harare
With health authorities and partners, WHO experts are helping to track down cases, providing technical support to laboratories and improving diagnostics and strengthening prevention control.
Zimbabwe declares state of emergency over cholera outbreak
The government has declared a state of emergency in Harare following 20 deaths and more than 2,000 cases related to waterborne diseases such as salmonella, typhoid and cholera.
Nationwide polio vaccination campaign aims to vaccinate more than 2.4 million children in Syria
Children under five in 13 governorates to be reached in a joint effort by WHO, UNICEF and the Ministry of Health to ensure that Syria remain polio-free.
Pakistan + 11 more
Rotary gives $53.5 million to help eradicate polio worldwide
More than half of the funds will support efforts to end polio in Afghanistan and Pakistan, where polio remains endemic. Further funding will support efforts to keep 10 vulnerable countries polio-free
Jordan + 1 more
UN aid deliveries resume to Syrians at the Berm as Jordan gives approval
Approval of an exceptional delivery of humanitarian aid was granted to provide food and winterization relief items to 50,000 people who face increasingly dire circumstances.
Children at risk after attack on Syria vaccine store, says WHO
The WHO has received reports of an attack on medical facilities in eastern Syria that had destroyed a vaccines cold room containing 135,000 vaccine doses against measles and polio.