At last a drop in the reporting of new malaria cases, but current numbers are still elevated - 100,390 cases and 452 fatalities since early January. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) also reported 372 measles cases, most of which occurred in rural areas outside the largest city, Bujumbura, but also in Cibitoke, Ruyigi and Cankuzo provinces. Read more
Advice for travellers
Sub-Saharan Africa presents a significant malaria risk. Travellers should discuss their itinerary and preventative measures, including medication, during a pre-travel medical consultation. Read more about malaria.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.