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Grootfontein Records First Cholera Outbreak

today5 January, 2026

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Photo: Grootfontein Municipality website

Grootfontein has confirmed its first-ever cholera outbreak, primarily affecting the Blikkiesdorp and Kap En Bou informal settlements. The outbreak was officially declared on 27 November last year after local transmission was identified. Mayor Moritz Gaingob urged residents to practice strict hygiene and seek immediate medical care if they show symptoms, stressing that early treatment is crucial. Gaingob added this: 

 

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    Grootfontein Records First Cholera Outbreak Leonard Witbeen

Written by: Leonard Witbeen