# Genomic characterization of Citrobacter freundii clinical isolates from Tanzania

## TL;DR

This study analyzes the genomes of three Citrobacter freundii isolates from Tanzania, revealing antibiotic resistance and virulence traits.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in genomic characterization of C. freundii isolates from Tanzania, revealing multidrug resistance and virulence factors.

## Key findings

- Draft genomes of three C. freundii isolates were sequenced with an average of 6.9 Mb and 51.49% GC content.
- ST167 isolate showed multiple resistance genes and virulence factors, indicating a multidrug-resistant lineage.
- The findings emphasize the importance of genomic surveillance for tracking emerging C. freundii strains.

## Abstract

We report draft genomes of three Citrobacter freundii isolates from Tanzania. Genomes averaged 6.9 Mb with 51.49% GC content and 114× depth. ST167 carried multiple extended-spectrum β-lactamase, fluoroquinolone, and aminoglycoside resistance genes alongside virulence factors, highlighting the need for genomic surveillance of emerging multidrug-resistant C. freundii lineages.