Sierra Leone reports more than 2,000 Mpox cases, 11 deaths

Sierra Leone reports more than 2,000 Mpox cases, 11 deaths

The number of cases of mpox registered in Sierra Leone since the beginning of the year has hit 2,045, with 11 fatalities, according to a new report by the country's health ministry.

Sierra Leone reports 2,000+ mpox cases and 11 deaths in 2025

Sierra Leone’s health ministry has reported a significant surge in mpox cases, with the total number registered since the start of the year reaching 2,045, including 11 deaths. Authorities released the updated figures late on Monday, revealing 165 new cases reported on Sunday alone. At the beginning of May, health officials had recorded nine deaths and 1,140 cases in the West African nation. The report’s release coincided with Health Minister Au…