Monkeypox

Mpox will become a preferred term, replacing monkeypox, after a transition period of one year.

Globally 11 people have died from monkeypox and more than 28 000 cases have been recorded

All four cases have been reported in men aged between 28 and 42

Study shows that 98% of people who are infected with monkeypox are gay and bisexual men

Almost 15,400 cases have been reported from 72 countries since May

Limpopo has recorded its first Monkeypox case coming from a Swiss tourist.

South Africa has recorded a second case of Monkeypox from a 32-year-old Cape Town man with no history of traveling

Here are the frequently asked questions asked about Monkeypox and their answers.

Minister of Health Dr Joe Phaahla says first recorded case of Monkeypox comes from Johannesburg man with no history of travelling.