Live mpox (monkeypox) statistics for South Sudan, updated automatically from World Health Organization surveillance data.
First case 26 Jan 2025 · latest WHO report 23 Aug 2026 · updates automatically
As of 27 September 2026, South Sudan has reported 129 confirmed mpox (monkeypox) cases and 2 deaths to the World Health Organization, with the first confirmed case recorded on 26 January 2025. That is the 59th highest total worldwide and the 20th in Africa. The rate is 10.6 cases per million people (below the world average of 23.6). 18 new cases were reported in the last 90 days, down from 58 in the previous 90 days (-69%).
Total confirmed cases: South Sudan
Cumulative confirmed cases by report date
South Sudan: 129 confirmed cases.
New confirmed cases: South Sudan
By month of report to WHO
South Sudan: 18 cases in the last 90 days.
Latest reports: South Sudan
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Mpox in South Sudan: frequently asked questions
How many mpox cases are there in South Sudan?
South Sudan has reported 129 laboratory-confirmed mpox (monkeypox) cases to WHO as of 27 September 2026, the 59th highest total of 145 countries with cases.
How many people have died from mpox in South Sudan?
2 mpox deaths have been confirmed in South Sudan, a case fatality rate of 1.55%. Worldwide the rate is about 0.28%.
Are mpox cases rising in South Sudan?
18 new cases were reported in the last 90 days, down from 58 in the previous 90 days (-69%). The latest report to WHO is dated 23 August 2026.
Has clade Ib mpox been found in South Sudan?
Clade Ib has not been reported for South Sudan in WHO situation reports so far. Cases there have been clade II or clade Ia. The worldwide list of clade Ib countries is on the main tracker page.
When was the first mpox case in South Sudan?
The first confirmed case in WHO data for South Sudan was recorded on 26 January 2025.
How does South Sudan compare with other countries?
South Sudan has 10.6 confirmed cases per million people, against a world average of 23.6. It ranks 20th in Africa by total cases.
How can I protect myself from mpox?
Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like mpox, do not share bedding, towels or utensils with someone who is sick, and wash hands often. Vaccination with MVA-BN is recommended for people at higher risk; check with local health services in South Sudan for availability.