The Khartoum Bahri Emergency Room reported a significant rise in suspected dengue fever cases, nearing 1,000, on Sunday. This surge comes amidst a concerning lack of transparency from the Khartoum State Ministry of Health. 

The healthcare system in Sudan is facing immense challenges due to the closure of up to 80% of hospitals in conflict zones. This critically limits the ability to respond effectively to disease outbreaks.

“The number of suspected dengue fever cases in Khartoum Bahri has reached 891, with seven deaths recorded in the past week,” a member of the emergency room informed Sudan Tribune.