In a significant development for Africa, a Moroccan company, Moldiag, has started fulfilling orders for mpox tests as the outbreak continues on the continent. The initiative comes after African countries faced challenges in obtaining testing kits during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting a commitment to reduce reliance on imported medical supplies.
Moldiag began developing mpox tests following the World Health Organization's declaration of the virus as a global emergency in August. Africa's Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have reported over 59,000 mpox cases and 1,164 deaths across 20 countries this year.
