The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), and Burundi as the most affected by Africa's ongoing mpox outbreak.
has 2,188 suspected cases, 853 confirmed cases, and no reported deaths. The data from January 1, 2024, to September 29, 2024, shows thatthe first mpox diagnostic test for emergency use, significantly boosting the diagnostic capacity in countries grappling with the disease. At least 265,000 doses of MVA-BN vaccines have been dispatched to strategic hubs in the DR Congo.
Response to the Mpox Epidemic - Interview With Dr. Michel Muvudi On the World Bank's Strategic Role in the Democratic Republic of Congo In light of the ongoing Mpox and Marburg virus outbreaks, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention urges all countries to refrain from implementing travel…
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