A high-level government delegation has arrived in Abéché, the capital of Chad’s Ouaddaï province, to evaluate the cholera outbreak in the Dougui region.
The delegation includes three ministers: Dr. Abdelmadjid Abdelrahim, Minister of Public Health and Prevention; Kanabe Pascale Marcellin, Minister of Water and Energy; and Zara Mahamat Issa, Minister of Social Action, Solidarity, and Humanitarian Affairs.
The visit, which took place on Tuesday, aims to provide the ministers with a firsthand understanding of the public health situation in Dougui, a site located in the sub-prefecture of Chokoyan, within the Ouara department.
According to local sources, the delegation will conduct a comprehensive field inspection to assess ongoing efforts to contain the cholera epidemic that has been affecting the area in recent weeks.
The trip underscores the Chadian government’s commitment to coordinating inter-ministerial responses to health emergencies and addressing the humanitarian needs of affected communities.
The outbreak has raised serious concerns among residents and local health workers, prompting a swift government reaction.
By visiting the affected zone, the ministers intend to evaluate the adequacy of healthcare infrastructure, water access, and humanitarian support systems in place.
The presence of three key ministries highlights the multi-dimensional impact of the epidemic, as it touches on public health, water supply, and social welfare. The mission in Dougui is expected to pave the way for targeted interventions and increased national support to halt the spread of the disease.
Chad has witnessed recurrent outbreaks of cholera in recent years, particularly during the rainy season, when sanitation challenges are exacerbated in remote and underserved regions. The outcomes of this visit are anticipated to shape the country’s next steps in managing and preventing future health crises in the region.
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