Two health centers in the Monapo district of Nampula province, northern Mozambique, have been closed for approximately two months following threats sparked by misinformation regarding cholera. The closures have affected at least 70,000 people, according to official sources cited by the Portuguese news agency Lusa.
The misinformation reportedly involved false claims that health workers were intentionally spreading the cholera disease. This led to threats against staff, forcing the temporary closure of the Nametil and Nacololo health centers for security reasons. Local authorities have been working to combat the false narratives and restore community trust.
Mozambique has been grappling with a significant cholera outbreak, part of a larger wave affecting several southern African countries. The closure of these facilities severely hampers access to essential healthcare, including cholera treatment and vaccination, in an area of high need. Efforts are ongoing to resolve the security situation and reopen the centers.
