UN's IOM Appeals for $18.5M to Combat Mpox in Horn, East, Southern Africa

Aug 21, 2024, 12:20 PM

The United Nations' International Organization for Migration (IOM) has appealed for $18.5 million to combat the mpox outbreak in the Horn, East, and Southern Africa. The funds are intended to provide health care services to populations affected by the outbreak, as the region faces a surge in cases. The appeal highlights the urgency of addressing the health crisis, with 18,000 cases and 541 deaths reported in Africa. The IOM's call for assistance underscores the need for international solidarity in tackling the spread of mpox.