In the community
Victoria Falls unites against Mpox
BY BAYANDA NKATHA
Stakeholders in the tourism industry and beyond are joining forces to prevent the spread of Mpox in Victoria Falls.
Despite no reported cases in Zimbabwe, the World Health Organization (WHO) and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) have declared Mpox a public health emergency.
A meeting is underway to develop a coordinated approach to prevention, bringing together the Victoria Falls City Council health department, Ministry of Health and Child Care, government departments, tourism industry players, and civic society.
The move comes after the 44th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government in Harare called for a coordinated regional response to the outbreak.
Mpox, a viral infectious disease, can spread quickly through physical contact.
Stakeholders in Victoria Falls are taking proactive steps to protect their community and visitors.
By working together, they aim to prevent the spread of Mpox and ensure the safety of all.