EU launches projects to aid mpox response in DR Congo
The European Union has launched $21.7 million in projects to support the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mpox response.
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Mpox fight stalls as conflict spreads in Congo’s east
The advance of Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo is severely disrupting the country’s efforts to control the mpox outbreak, hindering treatment and detection.
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Health ministry reports first mpox case in South Sudan
South Sudan has confirmed its first case of mpox in a 31-year-old Ugandan national.
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Kenya confirms two more mpox cases, bringing total to 33
Kenya confirmed two new mpox cases, bringing the total to 33 and reporting the outbreak across 12 counties.
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Africa CDC commits to eradicating mpox from Africa by 2025
The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has vowed to eradicate mpox from Africa by the end of 2025.
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Two Mpox cases prompt emergency in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone has declared a public health emergency after confirming two cases of mpox, implementing measures to break the chain of transmission and enhance surveillance.
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Zambia confirms 2nd mpox case, 14k in Africa
Zambia reported its second mpox case in three months as WHO confirmed nearly 14,000 cases across 20 African countries.
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Legal issues stall mpox vaccine for DR Congo’s children
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s efforts to combat mpox have been hindered by delays in the delivery of Japanese-donated vaccines, primarily due to legal complexities.
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Mpox vaccination program begins in Nigeria after delay
Nigeria has commenced a delayed mpox vaccination program, prioritizing healthcare workers and immunocompromised individuals in Abuja and select states.
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Africa CDC backs Morocco’s homegrown mpox test
The Africa CDC has endorsed Morocco’s locally-produced mpox test, marking a significant step in Africa’s efforts to combat the ongoing outbreak.
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