**Fatshimetrie**
The North Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of Congo is once again affected by a cholera epidemic, endangering the health and lives of the inhabitants of the village of Nzulo, in the Bahunde chiefdom. This diarrheal disease, spread by cholera vibrios detected in samples analyzed in the laboratory, has already claimed four victims and draws attention to the precarious health situation in the region.
According to Gaston Lubambo, head of the health division in North Kivu, the epidemic is spreading rapidly in the village of Nzulo, where cases of diarrhea without fever and with significant fluid loss continue to increase. This alarming situation is exacerbated by the overcrowding and filth that reign in the region, induced in part by the massive displacement of populations between Goma and Minova.
Faced with this health crisis, local authorities and the population itself are taking urgent measures. Village chief Maliro Musemakweli Jean-Baptiste stresses the importance of building public toilets at the port of Nzulo to break the chain of cholera transmission. This initiative, supported by local officials, the health center, the Red Cross and community relays, shows the commitment of the inhabitants to fight this devastating epidemic.
Gaston Lubambo’s call for solidarity must not go unheeded. It is crucial that the national government and partners mobilize to provide medical and logistical assistance to the populations of North Kivu, already tested by violence and forced displacement. In addition, raising awareness among the population about hygiene and sanitation measures is essential to prevent the spread of cholera and protect the health of all.
In conclusion, the cholera epidemic in Nzulo reflects the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in North Kivu. The emergency is here, but solidarity, collective action and prevention can help to stem this health crisis and offer a better future to these communities devastated by hardship. Let us act together to protect the health and lives of the people of Nzulo and the entire North Kivu region.