This new phase is set to begin in August 2025, continuing the partnership’s commitment to improving healthcare access in the country.
Dr. Ngashi Ngongo, who leads the Incident Management Support Team at Africa CDC, revealed that approximately 141,000 suspected Mpox cases have been recorded, with over 35,000 confirmed through testing.
In April alone, the country reported over 200 new confirmed cases, pointing to increased transmission.
A total of 80 healthcare professionals participated in the training, including Maternal and Child Health Aides, Senior Enrolled Community Health Nurses, Midwives, Community Health Officers, and HIV Counselors.