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The Government of Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health has released its latest update on the mpox situation in the country, reporting a cumulative total of 2,754 confirmed cases as of 3:00 PM on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
The update indicates 1,793 active cases across the nation. In the latest reporting period, 106 new cases were identified, while no new recoveries were recorded.
The total number of individuals who have recovered from mpox stands at 947, with 14 deaths attributed to the disease.
Geographically, the Western Urban district continues to bear the brunt of the outbreak with 1,767 cases, followed by Western Rural with 558 cases.
Other districts with notable numbers include Port Loko (78), Bombali (147), and Kono (36). Districts reporting fewer cases include Falaba and Karene with 4 each, and Kailahun, Kambia, and Pujehun with 7 each.
Gender distribution among confirmed cases shows 1,318 females and 1,436 males affected.
The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) continues to monitor the situation closely. For more information and official data updates, the public is encouraged to visit www.npha.gov.sl. The public health emergency hotline remains 117 for urgent inquiries.
