"Resurgence of Mpox in Congo: What's Changed?"

A deadlier version of mpox is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo, testing Africa's public health efforts. The continent's limited vaccine manufacturing capability and reliance on foreign aid have hindered its response to both the mpox outbreak and previous health emergencies like Covid-19. In response, the African Union is prioritizing building local health capacity through a new public health order, which includes strengthening the African CDC, developing a robust vaccine manufacturing sector, increasing public health investment, and adopting a transnational approach. This initiative aims to create a self-sufficient public health infrastructure in Africa to address current and future health challenges.