Congo launches mpox vaccination campaign in Goma following global emergency declaration
Congo has started its mpox vaccination campaign in Goma, using 265,000 doses donated by the EU and the U.S. This rollout comes nearly two months after the World Health Organization declared a global emergency due to the outbreak. Congo has reported over 30,000 suspected mpox cases and 859 deaths this year, accounting for a significant majority of cases in Africa. The initial vaccinations will target adults, particularly at-risk populations and health workers. An additional 3 million doses for children are expected from Japan soon. Access to vaccines remains limited across Africa, with only 5.9 million doses committed for the continent.