Since 2022, Mpox has been reported in over 127 countries. On July 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the ongoing Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). A day earlier, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) had declared it a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS). Africa remains the most affected continent, with the Democratic Republic of Congo experiencing the highest burden.
As of December 15, 2024, nearly 14,000 individuals across 20 African countries have tested positive for Mpox, with 60 reported deaths.
To support affected communities, ITPC has developed a comprehensive factsheet that provides essential information about Mpox. This includes guidance on prevention, treatment education, and its specific impact on vulnerable populations, such as People Living with HIV (PLHIV), infants, and children.
The Mpox factsheet is currently available in English.
Translations in French, Spanish, Russian, and Arabic are forthcoming.