A suspected hantavirus outbreak is being monitored by the UK Foreign Office, which has confirmed it is ready to support British nationals.
One British national, aged 69, is in intensive care in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The UK Foreign Office has stated it is monitoring reports of a suspected hantavirus outbreak and is ready to support British nationals. A spokesperson confirmed that the office is in contact with the cruise company and local authorities.
The World Health Organisation has reported that three people have died following the suspected outbreak. One case has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.