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Zambia's Cholera Crisis: US Treasury Official's Concern Over Debt and Outbreak

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Cholera outbreak and debt discussions in Zambia draw attention. Find out more about the unfolding situation!

In Zambia, a devastating cholera outbreak has claimed the lives of over 400 people and infected more than 10,000 individuals, prompting urgent action from authorities. The US Treasury Department's top international official engaged in talks with Zambia's finance minister regarding the country's escalating debt and the pressing health crisis. With the disease spreading to nine out of Zambia's 10 provinces, concerns are high as authorities scramble to contain the outbreak through vaccinations and support from the international community.

Adding to the efforts, the Chinese community in Zambia made a significant donation to aid in the fight against cholera, showcasing solidarity in the face of adversity. As the situation unfolds, there is a growing focus on the need for coordinated action to combat the outbreak and address the financial challenges looming over Zambia.

Furthermore, in sports news, Zambia recently played out a draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations, a testament to the country's resilience and unity on different fronts. As Zambia navigates through these multifaceted challenges, both locally and on the international stage, the collective efforts and support remain crucial in overcoming the obstacles ahead.

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US Treasury official discusses cholera outbreak, debt with Zambia ... (Reuters)

The U.S. Treasury Department's top international official spoke with Zambia's finance minister on Wednesday and discussed Zambia's ongoing debt ...

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US Treasury Official Discusses Cholera Outbreak, Debt With ... (Voice of America)

FILE - Zambian Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane attends the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank in Washington, Oct. 15, 2022 ...

A cholera outbreak in Zambia has caused more than 400 deaths ... (Cleburne Times-Review)

A major cholera outbreak has killed more than 400 people and infected more than 10000 in Zambia. Authorities ordered schools across the southern African ...

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Zambia: Authorities begin vaccination against cholera after 363 ... (Africanews English)

The countrywide cholera outbreak has so far killed 363 people, 30% of which were children under the age of five, and sickened more than 9,500, according to ...

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IFRC: Cholera spirals in Zambia – Red Cross Red Crescent Climate ... (Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre)

Acting ZRCS Secretary General Cosmas Sakala said: “With increased rains and possible flooding, the cholera outbreak could escalate, and we fear that many more ...

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Zambia facing rising cholera outbreak (WORLD News Group)

The disease has spread to nine out of Zambia's 10 provinces. Cholera is a bacterial disease that has symptoms such as severe diarrhea and vomiting. It is ...

Chinese community donates supplies toward cholera fight in Zambia ... (People's Daily)

LUSAKA, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese community in Zambia on Wednesday donated items toward the fi.

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Chinese community donates supplies to help Zambia's cholera fight (Longview News-Journal)

STORY: Chinese community donates supplies to help Zambia's cholera fightSHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024DATELINE: Jan. 18, 2024LENGTH: 00:01:19LOCATION: ...

READOUT: Under Secretary for International Affairs Jay ... (Treasury)

They discussed Zambia's ongoing debt restructuring under the Common Framework and efforts to finalize negotiations with all remaining creditors. Under Secretary ...

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DR Congo and Zambia play out AFCON draw (FRANCE 24)

Yoane Wissa scored the equaliser as the Democratic Republic of Congo came from behind to draw 1-1 with Zambia in their opening game at the Africa Cup of ...

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DR Congo miss chances in 1-1 draw with neighbours Zambia (Reuters)

The Democratic Republic of Congo squandered a number of chances in a 1-1 draw with Zambia, who took the lead thanks to quick-thinking before being swiftly ...

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AFCON round-up: DR Congo, Zambia share points as Morocco ... (TheCable)

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia began their African Cup of Nations (AFCON) encounter with a 1-1 draw at the Laurent Pokou stadium in San-Pedro.

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Zambia Plans New Railway to Spur Trade With Africa's Great Lakes ... (BNN)

(Bloomberg) -- Zambia plans to build a new rail connection to link a Lake Tanganyika harbor to an existing line that runs to neighboring Tanzania, ...

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Wissa on target as DR Congo and Zambia draw (BBC Sport)

Zambia and DR Congo draw 1-1 in Group F as the opening round of games at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations come to a close.

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A cholera outbreak in Zambia has caused more than 400 deaths ... (The Associated Press)

A large soccer stadium in the capital city has been converted into a treatment facility. The Zambian government is embarking on a mass vaccination program and ...

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Zambia's debut green bond attracts $54m in first raise (African Business Magazine)

The initial $54m tranche of the debut $200m green bond has been fully subscribed since its listing last week, with banks, financial institutions, ...

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Zambia Grapples With Child Marriages as Some Girls Defy the ... (Voice of America)

According to the U.N., about 1.7 million Zambian girls under the age of 18 are married, and more than 400000 were 15 or younger when they got married.

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Afriseed: How improved legume seed can help transform Zambia's ... (CIMMYT)

In Zambia, smallholder farmers obtain their seed from a variety of sources. Over 75 percent of farmers in Zambia have adopted certified maize seed and about ...

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Zambia's first green bond raises $54m in initial tranche (African Business Magazine)

The initial $54m tranche of the debut $200m green bond has been fully subscribed since its listing last week, with banks, financial institutions, ...

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