Guédiawaye reports first diphtheria case in a 12-year-old child

The Guédiawaye district, in the suburbs of Dakar, has recorded its first case of diphtheria. It involves a 12-year-old child.

According to information reported by PressAfrik, the case was recorded on 27 August 2026. No further details on the child’s condition, treatment or any potential health measures were provided in the available information.

First case reported in the district

This announcement marks the first notification of diphtheria mentioned for the Guédiawaye district in the source consulted.