Sudan’s Mpox surveillance system during the 2022 pandemic: a retrospective evaluation

The surveillance system demonstrated high flexibility in rapidly integrating Mpox, with sensitivity in detecting cases and representative reporting sources. It was useful in detecting Mpox, generating epidemiologic indicators, and informing actions. Improvement in data quality and completeness is required for in-depth analysis. Rapid response teams' training and sustainable financing for their operations are highly recommended and crucial for timely investigation, quality data, and specimen collection. Expanding molecular-testing capacity to regional laboratories and strengthening specimen-transport networks are critical, together with shifting to a One Health approach.