<p>Otjikojo has 325 learners, 9 teachers and 2 institutional workers. Out of188 people identified, 48(26%) were contacts and 140 (74%) suspected cases Of 188 tested, 69 (37%) were positive and 66 (96%) were leaners. Majority 45 (65%) of cases were female. The median age was 11 years (range 6 - 56) and 49 (71%) were among 10-19 years. Cases increased rapidly between epidemiological weeks 4 and 6 of 2023. Overcrowded (40+ learners) in classrooms and dormitories, shortage of water, insufficient quarantine and isolation facilities were observed.</p>