Central African Republic: Cholera Outbreak - Jun 2026

Highupdated 3 months ago
Ongoingsince June 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM

A cholera outbreak is active in Bimbo, Central African Republic, with confirmed cases reported from late June 2026.

  • 25km
    Radius of the affected area
BimboNationwide · radius ≈ 25 km

What this changes for you, on the ground

A cholera outbreak is active in Bimbo, Central African Republic, with confirmed cases reported from late June 2026. The affected area extends approximately 25 kilometers around Bimbo. Cholera is a serious waterborne disease that spreads through contaminated water and food.

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If you are on site, take immediate precautions with water and food safety. Drink only bottled or boiled water, avoid ice, and eat only thoroughly cooked food from reliable sources. Wash your hands frequently with soap and clean water, particularly before eating and after using sanitation facilities. Monitor yourself for symptoms and seek medical attention promptly if you experience severe diarrhea or vomiting.

Follow all guidance from local health authorities and your embassy. Contact local health services or your accommodation for current information on affected areas and any travel restrictions. This alert is based on confirmed data from ReliefWeb.

Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →

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  1. Alert raisedHighJuly 28, 2026 at 12:51 PM

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