Morocco has yet to report a new case of monkeypox and has not observed a significant spread of the disease, leading to the decision not to implement specific airport control measures at this time, according to an official from the National Airports Office.
The official, speaking to Hespress, emphasized that monkeypox, unlike the coronavirus, is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, which reduces the immediate risk at airports. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection have not issued any alerts or recommended enhanced surveillance measures for airports.
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is currently awaiting guidance from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) regarding monkeypox, similar to the protocols previously adopted during the H1N1 pandemic. The airline has confirmed that its flights to Africa, including regions with reported monkeypox cases, continue to operate normally.
However, RAM remains vigilant and is monitoring international developments and IATA’s forthcoming memorandum on the disease. The airline is also coordinating with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection to stay updated on the situation.
Last Friday, Health Minister Prof. Khaled Ait Taleb led a meeting with a specialized scientific committee to review the epidemiological situation of monkeypox, also known as M-Pox.
The meeting focused on evaluating Morocco’s monitoring and response systems, which have been effective in early detection and intervention. The minister emphasized the importance of adhering to the treatment protocol and ensuring the availability of necessary medical supplies.
The scientific committee praised Morocco’s treatment protocol, which has successfully managed registered cases without serious complications. Minister Ait Taleb also announced that the ministry has updated its surveillance procedures and response manual for monkeypox, maintaining a proactive stance in line with WHO recommendations.
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