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South Africa Confirms First Case Of Monkey Pox

A file photo of a monkey-pox infected skin

 

South Africa has confirmed it’s first case of Monkey Pox in the country.

The Minister of Health Joe Phahla announced this at a media briefing on Thursday.

The affected person is a 30-year-old male.

He is, however, said to have no travel history.

More to follow…

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