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Central African Republic declares cholera outbreak after 24 deaths

Jun 28, 2026

Bangui [Central African Republic], June 28: The Central African Republic has declared a cholera outbreak after confirming 24 deaths and 197 cases near the capital Bangui, according to the health minister.
"The Ministry of Health... has today, June 26, 2026, confirmed a cholera outbreak in the health districts of Bimbo and Mbaiki," southwest of Bangui, said Pierre Somse late Friday.
Measures to limit the spread have already been implemented in affected areas, and more are being deployed in nearby towns, he added.
Source: Emirates News Agency

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Ob & Gob Ice Cream and Ravi Shastri Bring a Festive ‘Pop’ to Juhu Beach with a Unique OOH Installation

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