Protect Yourself from Tsetse Flies and Sleeping Sickness
Don't Let Tsetse Flies Ruin Your Trip: Stay Safe in Sub-Saharan Africa
Learn how to protect yourself from the deadly sleeping sickness transmitted by tsetse flies.

Sub-Saharan Africa
The tsetse fly is a dangerous insect found exclusively in sub-Saharan Africa, known for transmitting African trypanosomiasis, or sleeping sickness. This deadly disease affects both humans and animals. Tsetse flies are active during the day and are particularly attracted to large moving objects and the color blue.
Understanding the Threat
Sleeping sickness is a serious illness with potentially fatal consequences. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for recovery.
Tsetse Fly Habitat
These flies are prevalent in remote rural regions of sub-Saharan Africa, between latitudes 15° north and 20° south.
Tsetse Fly Behavior
Tsetse flies are attracted to large moving objects and the color blue, increasing the risk for those in agricultural settings or traveling in affected areas.