Wau state is stepping up measures to prevent the outbreak of cholera in the area after reports of an outbreak in neighboring Tonj state where at least 17 people died.

Addressing the press on Thursday, Wau State Health Minister Bona Gudnisio said that no cases have been reported in the state so far, but they have stepped measures to prevent the spread of the disease in the state.

He urged all citizens in Wau including those who are sheltering inside displaced camps to maintain cleanliness in the environment and immediately report any suspected cases of watery diarrhea to the nearest health facility.