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Council of Ministers | Mpox: Four suspects placed in quarantine in Samba Nkuni

Mhoudini Yahaya
• Published on 22/01/2026

Following this weekly meeting, the government spokesperson announced that "four suspected cases of Mpox arriving from Madagascar have been placed in quarantine at Samba Nkuni." The reagents arrived and were received by the Minister of Health late Wednesday afternoon.
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EPIDEMIC – Four suspected cases of Mpox imported from Madagascar identified in the Comoros

2424.mg News & Reportsby 2424.mg News & Reports January 23, 2026 in News , Social

The specter of the Mpox epidemic has crossed the borders of the Comoros. During their latest Council of Ministers meeting, Comorian authorities officially announced the identification of four suspected cases within their territory. According to the official report published on Thursday, these patients, who arrived from Madagascar, were immediately taken into care. To limit any risk of community transmission, they were placed in isolation at the Sambakouni Regional Hospital Center (CHR).

According to reports, the reagents needed for screening and confirming cases are already available locally, allowing for a rapid and appropriate response. Authorities urge the entire population to strictly adhere to the existing collective and individual prevention measures and to remain extra vigilant against this viral disease.

Rumors of suspected Mpox cases have been circulating in the Comoros via social media for several days, according to La Gazette des Comores. The alert was raised by a Red Crescent volunteer. A doctor interviewed by the newspaper subsequently confirmed the presence of patients at the Regional Hospital Center (CHR) with symptoms potentially linked to Mpox. “These patients are showing characteristic signs of the disease, although confirmatory tests have not yet been carried out,” the doctor told the newspaper. In its January 21st edition, La Gazette des Comores further reports that the hospital was “awaiting the reagents ordered to carry out the tests this week and establish a clear diagnosis.”

Since the detection of Mpox cases in Madagascar, Comorian authorities have strengthened their vigilance measures. They have imposed a mandatory medical certificate for all travelers arriving from Madagascar. This measure has been in place since January 7th. This document, issued by a competent health authority, must be dated less than five days before departure, otherwise boarding or entry into Comorian territory will be refused.

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Four people with Mpox identified in the Comoros

The health minister confirmed that the four suspected cases placed in quarantine had indeed contracted monkeypox. An epidemiological investigation is underway to identify all individuals who had been in contact with the infected individuals.

By Faïza Soulé Youssouf
Published on January 23, 2026 at 9:13 AM

Monkeypox has officially been detected in the Comoros. The Minister of Health confirmed the presence of the disease early Friday afternoon. Ahamada Sidi Nahouda confirmed that the four suspected cases have tested positive for Mpox.

“Four people, recently admitted to Samba Hospital, have tested positive for the Mpox virus.”
Ahamada Sidi Nahouda, Minister of Health in the Comoros

"An epidemiological investigation is underway to identify, monitor and support all individuals who may have been in contact with these cases," the health minister stated.

Travelers returning from Majunga

The four identified patients, all men, had stayed, according to our information, in the Malagasy city of Majunga. Three were reportedly admitted to the hospital about ten days ago. They are said to be on the road to recovery, according to an authorized source. The fourth patient was admitted a little later. "Between January 11 and 20, a total of 1,154 passengers arriving from Madagascar and Mayotte underwent preventative monitoring," stated a source close to the minister. However, there is no question of closing the borders with Madagascar, which reported its first case just over 20 days ago.

"We will strengthen surveillance at the various points of entry into the country and continue awareness and prevention efforts."

Comorian authorities

The case fatality rate of Mpox is not believed to be very high. The disease is transmitted through direct physical contact between people or via contaminated objects. It causes headaches, swollen lymph nodes, and a skin rash. Symptoms last between two and four weeks.

By Faïza Soulé Youssouf

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Mpox: Health Situation Four cases of Mpox have been confirmed in the Comoros. The Minister of Health speaks to inform the public and outline the actions taken. Watch his address in the video below

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#mpox | The Union of the Comoros confirms the first positive cases

The Minister of Health, @AhamadiSidi, confirmed, on Friday, January 23, 2026, the first cases of #mpox in the #Comores.

The WHO Country Office welcomes this transparency and remains fully mobilized to provide its support to the Government in responding to this epidemic.

For reminder, here are the signs that should alert you, with or without a history of travel:

- Fever, headaches, fatigue, muscle aches
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Skin rashes (face, hands, feet, genital areas…)

Among the means of prevention against mpox:

- Avoid direct contact with lesions
- Do not share linens, clothing, or personal items
- Wash hands frequently with water and soap
- Call 1717 [] or go to the nearest health center in case of symptoms

The three levels of WHO reiterate their commitment to support the Comorian authorities in the coordination and strengthening of all pillars of the response, alongside other partners such as UNICEF and the World Bank

#mpox is a controllable and curable disease. Efficient coordination is essential to optimize the effectiveness of the response.

Moroni, January 23, 2026​

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​Mpox: Three of the four reported cases are showing good signs of recovery

Abdallah Mzembaba
• Published on 26/01/2026

The presence of Mpox is now confirmed, with four positive cases being treated at Samba Hospital. All involve individuals who recently returned from Madagascar. While the clinical progress is considered favorable for the majority of patients, this announcement marks the beginning of a new phase: managing the epidemic.

Health Minister Ahamadi Sidi Nahouda announced the presence of the disease on Friday afternoon, January 23. "I wanted to address you today to inform you, in complete transparency, of a health situation that requires our collective attention. The health authorities of our country have just brought to my attention that four people, recently admitted to the Samba hospital, have tested positive for the Mpox virus," he stated. Four people are therefore hospitalized in Samba. "When we received the results last night, we informed the government, and the decision was made to announce it. We have nothing to hide," explained Soudjay Mohamed, Secretary General of the Ministry of Health, last Friday. The patients, all men aged 16, 17, 20, and 39, are currently in isolation. Three of them are showing rapid improvement and could leave the hospital within the next 24 hours, according to the same source. The fourth remains under observation, with progress deemed encouraging. Their relatives are also receiving medical monitoring, and preventative measures have been implemented in the affected homes. "The families have been informed and prepared," the secretary general stated.

These cases did not appear unexpectedly. A preparedness plan was activated as soon as the first cases were announced in Madagascar at the end of December. The holiday season, the large number of returning travelers, and the frequent use of maritime transport all factored into the risk assessment. "We knew that many people would be returning and that boats would be the primary means of transport," recalled Soudjay Mohamed.

Health checks were reinforced at ports and airports. Three of the patients arrived together by boat and were identified upon arrival with symptoms such as fever. The fourth, also arriving by boat from Madagascar, reportedly made a round trip to Ndzuani before finally returning to Moroni via the south of the island. "This illustrates the limitations related to the permeability of certain areas," he acknowledged, while emphasizing that community surveillance allowed for the rapid identification of the situation.

As a reminder, the reagent kits, ordered urgently, arrived on Wednesday, January 21, from South Korea. "In three weeks, we placed the order, it was delivered, and we were able to perform the diagnosis on-site," the Secretary General emphasized. This progress has made the national public health laboratory fully operational, now capable of carrying out analyses and sequencing without sending samples abroad.

Looking ahead, health authorities are already planning. Several treatment sites have been identified, including Samba, Hombo, Bambao Mtsanga, and Fomboni. Advanced testing sites are also to be established in southern Ngazidja, particularly in informal entry zones, to limit travel and allow for faster intervention in case of suspected cases.

The question of vaccination has now been raised. Steps have been taken, with a targeted strategy. "We are not going to vaccinate the entire population. Priority will be given to healthcare workers, port and airport staff, close contacts, and immunocompromised individuals such as those with advanced diabetes, as well as kidney patients," explained Soudjay Mohamed. Faced with public concerns, particularly regarding a possible border closure, the message is measured. There are no comparisons to past crises, but rather a call for restraint. "Mpox does not have the rapid spread or the lethality of Covid or cholera. We must remain calm and rely on official information," the Secretary General insisted.​

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​Mpox: Two suspected cases detected in Ndzuani

Ahmed Zaidou
• Published on 26/01/2026

Two passengers from the Acadie ship, which arrived in Mutsamudu, are showing symptoms suggestive of Mpox. They are isolated in Bambao Mtsanga, awaiting test results.

The Regional Health Directorate (DRS) of Ndzuani announced on Monday, January 26, the identification of two suspected cases of Mpox following a health check carried out upon the arrival of the ship Acadie at the port of Mutsamudu. The two individuals were immediately taken into care and placed in the Bambao Mtsanga isolation center, pending the results of tests that will confirm or rule out the presence of the virus.

The information was made public during a press briefing led by the acting regional health director, Dr. Mohamed Salim Ben Said Hafi. He specified that the samples had been taken by a medical team from Africa CDC, currently on the island supporting the local DRS (Regional Health Directorate) teams. "The equipment has arrived in Ndzuani. The tests are underway, with the support of Africa CDC, and the results will be published soon," he stated. On Saturday, January 24, the ship Acadie docked in Mutsamudu with 247 passengers and 17 crew members on board. Among the 162 passengers who disembarked in Ndzuani, two presented with skin rashes deemed suspicious by the health services. These symptoms led to their transfer to the isolation center for rapid and secure care.

Before going into detail about the situation, Dr. Hafi emphasized the efforts being made to strengthen epidemiological surveillance at the island's points of entry. He highlighted the existence of a specific Mpox system at the small port of Dodin, the port of Mutsamudu, and Wani Airport, implemented in collaboration with the various services operating at these sites, including the gendarmerie. Upon the arrival of ships, he explained, measures are systematically applied, ranging from the disinfection of vessels and cargo to the screening of passengers and crew, as well as handwashing as part of preventative measures and the distribution of masks.

The health official also reviewed the process that led to the identification of the two suspected cases. “For each passenger, we check the medical certificate and information sheet, and conduct a visual examination, particularly of the face and arms. It was during this check that we identified two passengers showing signs of the disease, with skin rashes,” he explained. While awaiting the final results, the Regional Health Directorate (DRS) is calling for collective vigilance and reiterating that prevention remains the first line of defense against the disease. Health authorities are emphasizing the strict adherence to preventative measures, including physical distancing, regular handwashing, and wearing masks, to limit any risk of the spread of Mpox on the island.

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Ndzuani: Patient who tested positive for Mpox escaped from hospital

Ahmed Zaidou
• Published on 30/01/2026

A man in his thirties, who tested positive for the disease, left without authorization the Bambao Mtsanga hospital where he was being treated.

The 30-year-old man who tested positive for monkeypox (Mpox) in Ndzuani on Wednesday and who had since been hospitalized at Bambao-mtsanga Hospital has fled. This was announced by the island's health authorities on Friday morning to Radio and Television of Ndzuani (RTN). They are also appealing to the patient and his family to cooperate to prevent any further spread of the disease. For "reasons of confidentiality," his identity has not been released, despite the seriousness of the health crisis.

In his initial reaction, Salami Ahmed, from the Ndzuani Regional Health Directorate, recounted the awareness efforts undertaken with the patient before his escape. “The test results came back on the 28th. We educated the patient about his illness. After several discussions, we felt he understood, even though initially he was reluctant and wanted to leave. Unfortunately, yesterday, he fled the Bambao Mtsanga hospital where he was being treated,” he explained.

The nurse expressed deep concern about the potential consequences of this unsupervised departure. “It is with sadness that we announce this bad news. It's important to understand that this is a dangerous disease that can affect many people in communities and have serious consequences, both for the patient and for the population. We are asking the patient to return. We will continue the treatment without any problem. We are also calling on the family to talk to him and try to reason with him. I am convinced that he did not leave the hospital with the intention of causing harm, but because he is afraid,” he confided.

Salami Ahmed reiterated the major risks associated with this situation. "He can transmit the disease to anyone he comes into contact with. He could create a real epidemic in the country, which we absolutely want to avoid. Mpox is not a shameful disease. It simply requires prompt treatment and strict adherence to medical guidelines," he emphasized.

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​Ministry of Health, Union of the Comoros
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Epidemiological situation of Mpox (monkeypox): call for public vigilance

The Ministry of Health, through the Directorate of Health Information and Statistics, informs the national public of the evolution of the epidemiological situation of Mpox (monkeypox) from the official declaration of the epidemic until today.

To date, 12 suspected cases have been reported and tested, of which 7 have been confirmed positive for Mpox. The confirmed cases involve 7 men and no women.

In addition, 61 contacts have been identified, recorded and are subject to rigorous health monitoring in accordance with the protocols in force.

Of all confirmed cases, 4 patients have recovered after receiving appropriate medical care. It is important to note that no deaths related to Mpox have been recorded nationwide since the start of the outbreak.

In light of this situation, the Minister of Health calls on the entire population to exercise increased vigilance and strictly adhere to preventive measures, including:

regular hand hygiene,
avoiding close contact with people exhibiting suspicious symptoms,
the rapid reporting of any suspected case to the nearest health facilities.

The Ministry of Health reassures the population that measures are being taken to ensure epidemiological surveillance, patient care and community protection, and calls on everyone to show responsibility and solidarity in order to contain the spread of the disease.

The health of the population remains a national priority.

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Mpox: Authorities report "20 confirmed cases"

Toimayat Hassane
• Published on 27/02/2026

National health authorities, with the support of WHO and UNICEF, promise to strengthen the response to Mpox, and say they are preparing for vaccination.

The press release on the epidemiological evolution of Mpox, from February 21 to 23, reports 20 confirmed cases out of 51 tested since the first case of the epidemic was declared in the Comoros, including 18 men and 2 women. Since then, the national health authorities, the WHO, and UNICEF have joined forces to strengthen the response. A total of 1,647 PCR kits have been made available to the national laboratory to bolster diagnostic capacity.

To date, 17 of the 20 confirmed cases have recovered, while 3 cases remain active and are being treated at the Samba treatment center. No deaths have been recorded, a result deemed "encouraging" by health authorities.

“Since January 12, 2026, 3891 travellers have been screened at points of entry into the territory. Among them, 3181 have completed their 21-day monitoring period and 705 remain under the surveillance of community health workers,” states this official document, which emphasizes that “this vigilance aims to limit the spread of the virus in the community.”

Logistical shortcomings at the Samba Nkuni site

Logistically, two WHO experts were deployed to the country. Vehicles were made available on each island with support from the WHO and UNICEF. Personal protective equipment (PPE), medical supplies, and consumables were distributed to health teams. Training sessions were also organized on the three islands to improve case management and infection control.

The authorities are pleased to have found solutions to certain difficulties including the non-holding of subcommittee meetings, the strike by agents at the main entry points to Ngazidja and logistical shortcomings at the Samba Nkuni site.

The ministry plans to "strengthen supervision, improve data collection via Odk (an open-source tool suite that allows for the collection, management and analysis of field data via smartphones, even offline), with the support of the WHO; organize a Cap/Mpox survey and launch a vaccination campaign with the support of UNICEF, in order to consolidate the gains and prevent any new outbreaks."

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Directorate of Health Information and Statistics
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Publication 009/3/2026

Current situation of the Mpox epidemic in the Comoros:

- 59 suspected and tested cases of Mpox
- 27 confirmed cases since the outbreak was declared, including 22 men and 5 women, with a male/female sex ratio of 4.4
- 19 patients declared cured of the disease
- 08 active patients receiving care at the treatment site in Sambakouni Ngazidja
- 0 deaths recorded in the national territory since the declaration of the disease.
- 57 new contacts identified and monitored since February 19, 2026, bringing the total to 186 contacts.
- 45.7% (27 out of 59 cases) of disease positivity rate.
- 2.9 cases per 100,000 inhabitants of cumulative attack rate in the Comoros, with 5.7 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in Ngazidja and 0.26 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in Ndzuwani.

Distribution of confirmed cases by district

A Ngazidja :
√18 cases in the Central District
√ 3 cases in the Hamahamet-Mboinkou district
√ 3 cases in the Oichili/Dimani district
√ 1 case in the Mbadjini-East district
√ 1 case in the district of Mitsamihouli-boudé
√ 0 cases in the Hambou district.
√ 0 cases in the Mbadjini West district.

In Ndzuwani: 1 confirmed case
in the Ouani district since the beginning of the disease to the present day.

In Mwali: No cases of Mpox have been reported.

The Minister of Health and Social Protection, Mr. Ahamadi Sidi Nahouda, urges the population to strengthen prevention measures and double their vigilance in order to avoid a possible outbreak of the epidemic, especially during this period of the holy month, the resurgence of which is inevitable.

Protecting ourselves means protecting the population.

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