Freetown, January 24, 2025 – The Government of Sierra Leone has reported a cumulative total of 14 confirmed Mpox cases as of today, with one new case emerging from the Tonkolili district.
Encouragingly, one patient has recovered, and no fatalities have been recorded to date.
The gender distribution of the cases includes four females and ten males, with the highest numbers reported in Tonkolili and Western Urban districts.
Health authorities emphasize the importance of public vigilance and adherence to established health guidelines to prevent further transmission. For more information and official updates, citizens are encouraged to visit the National Public Health Agency’s website at [www.npha.gov.sl](http://www.npha.gov.sl) or call the toll-free line at 117.
This update follows the government’s declaration of a public health emergency on January 13, 2025, after confirming two Mpox cases within four days.
The government urges all citizens to remain vigilant and to follow health guidelines to prevent further transmission.
