Health Ministry Flags 7 Counties Over Rising Mpox Risk

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: September 7, 2026Country: Kenya

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The Kenyan Ministry of Health has flagged seven counties as high-risk areas for Mpox, including Mombasa and Nairobi, due to their proximity to major transport corridors. The country has recorded 1,298 confirmed cases and 19 deaths, with infections reported in 40 out of 47 counties. Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary for Public Health, warned that Mpox remains a threat despite ongoing containment efforts.

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