However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. For more information consult the Health appendix. Malaria risk, predominantly in the malignant falciparum form, exists throughout the year in the whole country. Resistance to chloroquine has been reported.
Bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay.
Drinking water outside main cities and towns is likely to be contaminated and sterilisation is considered essential. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot.