According to the Algerian health ministry, at least 139 people have been hospitalized across the country since August 7, confirming some fifty cases of cholera. Most cholera cases were reported in the provinces of Blida, Bouira, Tipaza, Medea and Ain Defla, as well as in the capital. Algerians accuse the government of negligence, saying the outbreak could have been averted had authorities been quick in their response. According to the World Health Organization, cholera is most common in places with poor sanitation, crowding, war, and famine. Common locations include sub-Saharan Africa and not a country like Algeria, member of the OPEC with huge cash and oil resources.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 27, 2018 13:30 UTC