Zimbabwe has confirmed two cases of mpox, bringing the total number of African countries reporting the viral disease to 17. The cases were identified in Harare and Mberengwa, Midlands Province, and both individuals are currently in home isolation receiving treatment.
Health and Child Care Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora reassured the nation that the situation is under control, with all necessary structures, including ports of entry, on high alert.
"Both cases are in isolation at home and are receiving appropriate care. Both cases are stable and recovering," the minister said, noting that the two confirmed cases have a travel history outside of Zimbabwe, suggesting they contracted the virus abroad.
Dr. Mombeshora urged anyone experiencing symptoms to report to the nearest health facility immediately.
According to him, the Ministry of Health is actively implementing enhanced community-based surveillance systems and establishing isolation centers nationwide as a precautionary measure.