Kwango: 21 deaths and 345 suspected cholera cases recorded in Popokabaka

An ongoing cholera outbreak declared in June 2026 continues to affect the Popokabaka health zone in Kwango province, DRC. As of July 22, there were 345 suspected cases and 21 deaths reported across 26 out of 35 health areas, with a case fatality rate of 6.1%, according to MSF. MSF has deployed an emergency team to support medical treatment, epidemiological surveillance, and water, hygiene, and sanitation activities, including establishing a treatment center and oral rehydration points.