By Reloaded News Africa Desk
South Africa has recorded 18 laboratory-confirmed mpox cases and one probable case as of September 17, according to reports on the country’s latest outbreak situation.
Most of the confirmed cases have been reported in Cape Town.
Health authorities are continuing surveillance and response measures as they monitor the spread of the disease.
Mpox can spread through close physical contact, making public-health awareness and early identification important elements of outbreak control.
The latest figures add South Africa to the list of African countries monitoring renewed mpox activity.
