The health authorities in South Sudan reported an outbreak of yellow fever at the end of December 2023 in the districts of Nzara, Tambura and Yambio in the state of West Equatoria. Around 20 cases (including 1 laboratory-confirmed case and 5 deaths) have occurred since the beginning of December. Yellow fever is endemic in South Sudan.
Vaccination against yellow fever is recommended for all travelers (unless contraindicated).