The cholera outbreak in Borno State has reached alarming levels, with over 35,500 suspected cases and 198 deaths reported as of July 12, 2026.Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has warned that the crisis is worsening due to overcrowded informal settlements, lack of clean water, poor sanitation, and weak waste management.Health facilities are overwhelmed, with patients suffering from severe dehydration and complications.MSF supports two treatment centers, five units, and 17 rehydration points to provide care closer to affected communities.Over 24,000 patients have been treated, with 25% presenting severe symptoms.

The organization emphasizes that transmission is outpacing containment efforts, highlighting the need for clean water, sanitation, and healthcare access.A major vaccination campaign reached 2.6 million people, but experts stress long-term solutions are critical.The outbreak has spread to Plateau State, with 102 cases reported.MSF urges expanded vaccination and improved water/sanitation to curb the crisis.