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The World Health Organisation (WHO)
has reported an outbreak of malaria in Cape Verde during July 2017. There were 46 case s, of these only one case was imported. All cases are due to Plasmodium falciparum. Cape Verde usually has extremely low malaria transmission, with about 1 locally-acquired case per year in the rainy season.
All 45 of the recent local cases were in the capital city of Praia. The cause of the outbreak is unclear, although poor mosquito control and establishment of new mosquito breeding sites are possibilities.
Advice for travellers
Cape Verde is usually a low risk country for malaria. While this remains true, the level of risk is slightly increased by the current outbreak.
All travellers to Cape Verde should avoid mosquito bites. Malaria can be particularly dangerous in young children, the elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions. These groups should seek medical advice before travel.
In all cases, visitors to malarious areas should seek prompt medical advice if they develop fever during travel or on their return.
For further information see Awareness of Risk.
