From the remote province of Niassa in northern Mozambique to the conflict-ravaged east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, mpox continues to put Africa’s health systems under severe pressure.

The infectious disease, marked by fever, headache and a distinctive rash, was declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation a year ago.

Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Patrick Otim, Programme Area Manager for Emergency Response at the WHO Regional Office for Africa.

From the remote province of Niassa in northern Mozambique to the conflict-ravaged east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, mpox continues to put Africa&rsquo;s health systems under severe pressure.
The infectious disease, marked by fever, headache and a distinctive rash, was declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation a year ago.
Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Patrick Otim, Programme Area Manager for Emergency Response at the WHO Regional Office for Africa.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.