September 8, Port Sudan — The Sudanese Ministry of Health revealed on Saturday that cholera cases in Sudan have risen to 5,081 since the outbreak of the epidemic. 176 people have died.

In Forbaranga, West Darfur four cases were confirmed after heavy rains and floods hit the area. Cases also rose in Kassala state, River Nile and Gedaref. Thousands more are at risk after the flooding, particularly children.

Meanwhile, Tedros Adhanom, Director-General of the World Health Organization, who arrived in Port Sudan on Saturday held meetings with health officials and discussed increasing funding allocated to healthcare in Sudan.

The organization stated that Sudan’s healthcare system is “collapsing in some areas but holding up in others thanks to the tireless work of doctors.” Adhanom vowed to mobilize international efforts.