11 African countries record 1,153 mpox cases in six weeks
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported that 11 African countries recorded active transmission of mpox in the six weeks between 6 July and 16 August 2026, with 1,153 confirmed cases and seven deaths. The organisation disclosed this in its Mpox: Multi-country External Situation Report publis...
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Verified on Sep 15, 2026