Sudan: Health Minister Urges Vaccination Take-Up As Dengue, Malaria Spread Across Sudan

Author: allafrica.comPublished on: April 30, 2026Country: Sudan

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Cases of dengue, malaria, meningitis, and hepatitis continue to be reported across Sudan, with dengue cases rising to 6,813 and 15 deaths in River Nile state. Health Minister Prof Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim urged vaccination campaigns and community participation to combat dengue. Additionally, 58,577 families have been displaced to other states, posing a significant challenge for the country.

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