<p>Rotavirus outbreak was confirmed in the Kurmuk district and factors that increased the odds of Rotavirus infection in under-five children were contact with sick children and not having knowledge about the Rotavirus disease were risk factors. Therefore, enhancing awareness of mothers on child caring, mode of diarrheal disease transmission, good hygiene practices and how giving care for sick child with Rotavirus will prevent future similar outbreaks in the district.</p>