2 Zimbos hospitalised for cholera in SA

Zim Now Writer

As cholera cases jump up in Zimbabwe, South Africa has recorded cholera cases after two Zimbabwean men were admitted to hospitals in that country.

“The Limpopo Department of Health would like to inform the public about two newly confirmed cases of cholera in the province,” the Limpopo provincial health spokesperson, Thilivhali Muavha said in a statement.

“The patients, both Zimbabwean men, aged 43 and 27, who upon their return from the festivities presented to Musina and Hellen Franz Hospitals, respectively, with cholera-like symptoms.”

The two men both tested positive for cholera and were admitted immediately. Muavha emphasised the need for people to be careful to avoid being infected and spreading cholera.

“We would like to emphasise that cholera is primarily transmitted through contaminated food and water. Therefore, it is crucial for individuals to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently with soap and clean water, especially before eating or preparing food.”

Cholera is spreading in Southern Africa with Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe affected.

Authorities in Zimbabwe have announced that infection rates have gone up with 770 cases and 16 deaths recorded in three days.