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et    Ethiopia   

Ethiopia, in the Horn of Africa, is a rugged, landlocked country split by the Great Rift Valley. With archaeological finds dating back more than 3 million years, it’s a place of ancient culture. Among its important sites are Lalibela with its rock-cut Christian churches from the 12th–13th centuries. Aksum is the ruins of an ancient city with obelisks, tombs, castles and Our Lady Mary of Zion church. ― Google

Capital: Addis Ababa

Population: 112.1 million (2019) World Bank

President: Sahle-Work Zewde

Currency: Ethiopian birr

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WHO Ethiopia has taken rapid action to control a cholera outbreak in the SNNP Region. Cholera Treatment Centers (CTCs) have been established in four districts, providing urgent medical attention to patients and reducing fatalities. The outbreak, which started in August 2022 in Oromia and later spread to SNNP in March 2023, has affected 42 districts and resulted in over 4,000 cases.

To address the situation, the government and WHO are working closely with technical experts deployed to the affected areas. Capacity-building training has been conducted for medical professionals to enhance outbreak management. The CTCs have been operational for a week, treating an average of 10 or more patients daily.

The outbreak has been triggered by poor sanitation, unpredictable water supplies, and food insecurity. Despite efforts, challenges persist, including limited support from partners and subpar case management and risk communication strategies.

In response, WHO is coordinating with partners, mobilizing resources, rental vehicles, and water treatment chemicals to bolster the response efforts. Collaboration among all involved parties is deemed crucial to effectively contain the outbreak and save lives.

WHO expresses gratitude for the support received from USAID/BHA and the Central Emergency Response Fund/CERF, which has facilitated timely aid in critical areas.

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OCHA coordinates the global emergency response to save lives and protect people in humanitarian crises.

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