Outbreak Updates
17 October 2025
Rift Valley fever in Senegal
As of 16 October 2025, a total of 196 confirmed Rift Valley fever cases, including 21 deaths have now been reported in Senegal for 2025. Dakar region is newly affected and has reported one case. The majority of cases (179) have been reported from Saint-Louis region. Cases have also been reported in Fatick, Louga and Matam regions. Please see UKHSA guidance on Rift Valley fever for further details.
Take usual precautions