The first batch of mpox vaccine has arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, marking a significant step in the fight against the recent mpox outbreaks in Africa. The World Health Organization declared mpox outbreaks in 12 African countries a global emergency, prompting swift action to address the situation.
The 100,000 doses of the MVA-BN vaccine, produced by Danish company Bavarian Nordic, were donated by the European Union through HERA, the bloc's agency for health emergencies. An additional 100,000 doses are expected to be delivered on Saturday, further bolstering the vaccination efforts in Congo.
