By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy
Accept
Nthanda Times
Ad imageAd image
  • Home
  • National
  • Politics
  • Health
  • Education
  • Local News
    • Parliament
    • Mining
    • Business and Finance
    • Elections
    • Technology
    • Governance
    • Human Rights
  • Environment
  • Sports
    • Airtel Top 8
    • Tnm Super League
Nthanda TimesNthanda Times
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • National
  • Politics
  • Health
  • Education
  • Local News
  • Environment
  • Sports
Search
  • Home
  • National
  • Politics
  • Health
  • Education
  • Local News
    • Parliament
    • Mining
    • Business and Finance
    • Elections
    • Technology
    • Governance
    • Human Rights
  • Environment
  • Sports
    • Airtel Top 8
    • Tnm Super League
Follow US
© 2025 Nthanda Times. All Rights Reserved.
- Advertisement -
Nthanda Times | National | UNICEF steps up in Cholera outbreak fight in Malawi
National

UNICEF steps up in Cholera outbreak fight in Malawi

Nthanda Times Reporter
Nthanda Times Reporter
Published February 13, 2023
Share
3 Min Read

These additional supplies are set to arrive soon, according to a statement released by UNICEF Malawi.

Recommended Stories

Excited Chisomo Daka ready to showcase his work
NCST-supported innovators tipped to showcase their work at first ever World Creativity and Innovation Day
Security agencies, corporate partners collaborate to strengthen security in Malawi
Chakwera asks Poundstretcher CEO Aziz Tayub to invest in Malawi
Lipiri Area Prog. has changed our lives in ways we never thought possible

“More supplies worth about $1.2 million have been ordered and will arrive in the country soon,” a statement posted on the Unicef Malawi page reads.

The organization highlights the ongoing challenge of insufficient cholera supplies in the country, which impairs the ability to provide quality healthcare.

The situation remains dire, with 41,900 cumulative cases of cholera reported since the first case was discovered in March last year.

972 patients have been admitted to treatment units, while the death toll stands at 1,368.

{loadmoduleid 126}

The highest number of cases has been recorded in Mangochi, with 7,511 cases and 121 deaths.

The Health Minister, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, has expressed concern about the lack of understanding in some sections of society about the importance of proper burial practices for individuals who have died from cholera.

unicef ea3
A Cholera Treatment Unit (CTU) mounted by Unicef. Pic Curtsey of Unicef

She noted that fear and misinformation about disease outbreaks have led to distrust and hostility towards healthcare workers, and in some cases, even harm and destruction of health facilities.

“The aim of these measures is to reduce [the] further spread of the disease. Unfortunately, such misunderstanding has led to some communities harming our hardworking health workers and destroying health facilities,” she said.

{loadmoduleid 125}

Recently, community members in Mgona, Lilongwe became violent and vandalized the Area 25 Health Centre after blaming healthcare workers for the death of a resident who was diagnosed with cholera.

In light of this situation, the National Organisation for Nurses and Midwives has called for increased security for its members.

Oxfam has provided crucial support in the form of health, water, sanitation, and hygiene services, with a total value of over $470,000.

The battle against cholera in Malawi continues, and organizations like UNICEF and Oxfam are working hard to ensure that the necessary resources are in place to combat this deadly disease.

Previous Article Global Cybersecurity Measures Enhanced with New AI
Next Article Cholera, Understanding the Disease and Prevention Measures
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Popular Posts

graduate

DOWNLOAD – 2025 Public university admission lists released

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, has today released the names…

By
Nthanda Times Reporter
1 Min Read
LL CITY Council visits sand mined areas in Lilongwe
Environment activist urges MEPA to call for more awareness on dangers of illegal sand Mining

Environment activists have urged Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) to create more…

3 Min Read
Francis Belekanyama
Politics of mudslinging rears ugly as Belekanyama’s opponents link him to fake sex video

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) lawmaker for Lilongwe Msinja South, Francis Belekanyama, has…

3 Min Read

You Might Also Like

Chigumukire Junior Primry School in Bwanje South constituency. Pic by Maston Kaiya
National

Local authorities worry over the state of schools in Bwanje South Constituency 

Local leaders in the area of Sub Traditional Authority (STA) Mkutumula in Ntcheu have expressed concern over inadequate learning materials…

3 Min Read
Peer presure turned me into a teen mother Pic Memory Khutuliwa Mana 1 scaled
National

Blantyre registers 9,519 cases of teenage mothers

Health experts in Blantyre said limited access to contraceptives and limited information on sexual reproductive health rights (SRHR) and  school…

4 Min Read
Funerla cover
National

Chilima eulogised

People from all walks of life congregated at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe to pay their respects to one of…

7 Min Read
Representatives of CSEC at the Annual General Meeting AGM in Lilongwe
National

Coalition urges govt to motivate teachers through promotions, professional development

Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has urged government to motivate teachers especially those in primary schools through promotions and professional…

2 Min Read
Nthanda Times
  • Quick Links
  • Live Scores
  • TNM Super League
  • Airtel Top 8
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Policy
  • Cookie Policy

© 2025 Nthanda Times. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

spinner
spinner
load more