Angola Vaccinates Police at Cabinda Border Against Mpox
Angola launched mpox vaccination for police at the Yema border post in Cabinda province, near the DRC.
May 28, 2026
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Source: allafrica.com
Police officers deployed in border areas of Cabinda province with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were vaccinated against mpox on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The launch of the vaccination campaign took place at the Yema border post.
The initiative aims to protect frontline personnel in a region with increased risk due to cross-border movement. Cabinda is an Angolan exclave bordered by the DRC, which has reported mpox cases.
Health authorities in Angola have not reported any mpox cases in Cabinda as of this date, but the vaccination is a preventive measure. The campaign targets police and other border security staff.
β Frequently Asked Questions
Why are police officers being vaccinated against mpox in Cabinda?
Police officers are being vaccinated as a preventive measure because Cabinda borders the DRC, which has reported mpox cases, and officers are at higher risk due to cross-border interactions.
Has Angola reported any mpox cases in Cabinda?
As of May 28, 2026, Angola has not reported any mpox cases in Cabinda, but the vaccination campaign is a proactive step to protect frontline workers.
Where did the vaccination campaign launch?
The campaign launched at the Yema border post in Cabinda province.
