Morocco Records First Mpox Case In Marrakesh Since WHO Emergency Alert

"Africa CDC confirms the first mpox case in North Africa for 2024, reported by Morocco's Ministry of Health" on September 12, a statement on the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention website said on Thursday.

Morocco has recorded a case of mpox in the tourist city of Marrakesh, the first in north Africa since the WHO declared an international emergency last month, the Africa CDC said.

"Africa CDC confirms the first mpox case in North Africa for 2024, reported by Morocco's Ministry of Health" on September 12, a statement on the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention website said on Thursday.

With Morocco, 15 African Union member states have reported cases -- now across every region of the continent, according to Africa CDC.