A measles outbreak is affecting communities in Nsanje District, particularly along the Malawi-Mozambique border. The situation is worsening, with 188 suspected cases and 76 laboratory-confirmed cases reported as of mid-July. Children under 15 years old are the most affected, especially those under five.

Low immunization coverage and delayed health-seeking behavior are contributing to the outbreak. Further details on the outbreak, including efforts to address it, are available from ReliefWeb.