PASSENGER TRAIN RESUMES JOURNEY TO LIVINGSTONE AFTER CHOLERA SCARE

A passenger train travelling from Kitwe to Livingstone has resumed its journey after being halted in Mapepe, Chilanga District, following reports of suspected cholera cases among passengers.

Zambia Railways Manager Public Relations Sombe Ng’onga said the train departed Mapepe at around 01:20 hours today after passengers were screened, vaccinated and kept under observation for several hours before it was cleared to proceed.

Ms Ng’onga mentioned that, as a precautionary measure, the train will undergo fumigation at stations along the route to Livingstone to safeguard passengers and railway personnel.

She said that 25 passengers remain under medical review at a health facility, where their condition continues to be monitored.

Ms Ng’onga stated that  Zambia Railways remains committed to prioritising the safety and well-being of passengers and will provide further updates as more information becomes available.