Ghana has reported its first fatality from Mpox since the country’s initial outbreak, according to a statement issued by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) on Saturday July 26,2025
As of July 22, the total number of confirmed Mpox cases in Ghana stands at 257, reflecting a rise of 23 new cases in recent weeks. No patients are currently hospitalized, the GHS said in an update shared via its official Facebook page.
Mpox, a viral disease that spreads primarily through close personal contact, has prompted renewed public health guidance. Authorities are urging individuals to avoid close interactions with infected persons and to maintain proper hygiene practices, including frequent handwashing.
The Ghana Health Service disclosed that individuals with compromised immune systems will be prioritized for vaccination once doses become available. Discussions with the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding vaccine procurement are currently at an advanced stage, according to Dr. Franklyn Asiedu-Bekoe, Director of Public Health at the GHS.
As of July 10, the country had documented 170 Mpox cases across more than 50 districts in 12 regions. Infections have been most concentrated in the Western, Western North, and Greater Accra regions.
Dr. Asiedu-Bekoe noted that while the national caseload continues to climb, the pace of new infections appears to be slowing and most confirmed cases have been mild. “We are not seeing very ill patients, and that is reassuring,” he said. “Our strategy remains early detection and active surveillance.”
GHS reported over 1,200 suspected cases and has traced approximately 1,700 contacts. Of those contacts, only six have tested positive, reinforcing the importance of containment measures and public awareness.
“This is a national outbreak,” Dr. Asiedu-Bekoe said. “Everyone has a role to play in protecting themselves and their communities.”
