"Unprecedented Cholera Outbreak Plunges Zambia into Health Crisis"
Zambia is facing its worst-ever cholera outbreak, with over 18,000 cases and 600 deaths. The outbreak, which began in October, has overwhelmed medical centers and affected all 10 provinces. Children are particularly vulnerable, accounting for one in three deaths. The crisis has been exacerbated by limited access to clean water and sanitation, and has been linked to extreme weather events and climate change. Aid organizations are providing relief, but there is a need for increased funding for water, hygiene, and sanitation, as well as sustainable solutions to address the root causes of the outbreak.