Kenya has reaffirmed its dedication to bolstering cross-border health security by signing a Cross-Border Collaboration Memorandum of Understanding and launching an Mpox Vaccine Stockpile Mechanism.

• The initiatives aim to strengthen information sharing and harmonise response protocols for health emergencies across Africa.
• Key figures included Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni and WHO Regional Director for Africa Prof. Mohamed Janabi.
• The commitment emphasizes that health emergencies do not respect national boundaries, and equitable access to healthcare during crises must be prioritized over purchasing power.