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Mpox outbreaks expanding in Kenya, Angola, and DRC

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Mpox outbreaks are expanding continue to expand across several African nations. In Kenya, the epidemic has spread to more than 40 counties, with the Ministry of Health reporting 1,298 confirmed cases and 19 deaths. Mombasa and Nairobi have been identified as remain the hardest-hit regions, and authorities have designated seven counties as high-risk zones due to rapid spread along transport corridors. regions. In Angola, the outbreak continues is spreading to expand. Total cases have reached 593, with two deaths reported new areas. The first confirmed case in Zaire province was recorded in the provinces municipality of Cabinda and Uíge. Recent data indicated 15 new cases within Tomboco, involving a 24-hour period across patient under 35 who reportedly developed symptoms after consuming monkey meat. In Cabinda, Moxico-Leste, Lunda-Sul, and Moxico. Cabinda remains the most heavily affected region. National Director of Public Health, Helga Freitas, noted authorities have closed three lodging establishments following inspections that the disease’s long incubation period and prolonged treatment times contribute to the high number revealed severe sanitary failures. Local epidemiological data suggests a significant portion of active cases, with females aged 20 to 24 identified as confirmed cases in the most affected demographic. In response, Cabinda authorities have ordered province originated from sexual transmission within pensions and guesthouses. The Multisectoral Commission for the temporary closure Prevention and Combat of lodging units Monkeypox has stated that fail inspections will continue to meet hygiene and sanitary safety standards. target clandestine facilities operating outside public health guidelines. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Kasaï province is facing managing a dual health crisis involving both Mpox and suspected yellow fever. Officials reported 77 suspected Mpox cases across nine health zones, with 16 confirmed by the National Institute of Biomedical Research (INRB). Luebo has been identified as remains the epicenter, recording 38 suspected cases, epicenter with 13 confirmed cases, cases and three deaths. deaths, followed by Mushenge with three confirmed cases. Additionally, 11 suspected cases of yellow fever have been reported in the province, Kitangwa, Kalonda Ouest, Kanzala, and Tshikapa, though no deaths have been linked to yellow fever at this time. fever. Governor Chrispin Mukendi Bukasa has instructed the provincial Ministry of Health to strengthen epidemiological surveillance and improve patient care.

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  1. 2026-09-28 08:31 UTC Mpox outbreaks expanding in Kenya, Angola, and DRC
  2. 2026-09-20 19:02 UTC Mpox outbreaks expanding in Kenya, Angola, and DRC
  3. 2026-09-17 09:17 UTC Mpox outbreaks in Kenya and Angola

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