The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 14 new cases of Mpox, bringing the total number of infections across the country to 133.
The new Mpox cases in Ghana were reported as of June 30, 2025, and were announced by the Ghana Health Service.
Although the number of confirmed cases has increased sharply, no deaths have been recorded. Two people are currently receiving treatment.
The rise in case numbers has been attributed to more active surveillance and improved contact tracing, which are helping to detect and isolate infections more quickly within communities.
Health authorities have urged the public to continue observing basic safety practices.
These include avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms, maintaining good hygiene, and visiting the nearest health facility if any symptoms appear.
The GHS said regular public updates will be provided every Tuesday on its official social media pages.
Officials have called for public cooperation to help contain the outbreak.
Mpox is a contagious viral infection caused by the monkeypox virus, part of the orthopoxvirus family.
The disease spreads primarily through close contact with infected individuals or contaminated objects. Common symptoms include:
- Painful skin rashes
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Fever
- Flu-like symptoms
Mpox can lead to severe illness and may leave permanent skin scars.
How Mpox spreads
Mpox transmission occurs through:
- Direct skin-to-skin contact
- Exposure to bodily fluids
- Contact with respiratory droplets
- Touching contaminated surfaces or clothing
