COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Rabies Alert (Updated)
May 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
Updated information on rabies.
Although there are no unusual circumstances such as an increase in the number of cases, rabies is still occurring around the world, mainly in Asia and Africa, so please continue to be vigilant.
[Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams
April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about international romance scams.
Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)
April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.).
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Attempted Robbery (Kidnapping) of a Chinese Businessman – Maputo Province
July 26, 2025, 12:55 a.m.
According to the police, this may have been a case of robbery, but as we have previously stated in our consular email, there have been confirmed cases of Chinese men being kidnapped in March and May of this year.
All Japanese residents and travelers in the country should be aware that Asians, including Japanese people, stand out very much in the country, and should always be mindful of their behavior in a way that does not make them targets, such as avoiding walking on roads with little traffic whenever possible, and hiding if they hear gunfire, and should always be mindful of crime prevention.
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Warning about protests occurring – Gaza
July 25, 2025, 12:15 a.m.
In the demonstrations that have taken place across the country from last year through this year, demonstrators have mainly engaged in actions such as piling up obstacles on the roads, burning old tires, setting up barricades and extorting tolls, as well as frequent clashes with security forces.
We ask all Japanese nationals residing in the area to refrain from traveling to the area, and if you encounter any demonstrations or other incidents, please immediately ensure your own safety.
Also, please stay up to date on the latest protest information and take safety precautions.
If you are a victim of a crime, please contact the Embassy of Japan in Mozambique.
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Tel: +258-84-210-9072
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Warning about theft of Japanese nationals
July 17, 2025, 11:20 p.m.
At around 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15th, near the CMC roundabout in Maputo (a roundabout on the northern outer ring road of Maputo), a Japanese national was walking along the sidewalk while talking on a smartphone with earphones in his right hand when a man on a motorbike stole his smartphone from behind. The man fled on his motorbike, and the Japanese national was not injured.
All Japanese residents and travelers in Japan are asked to pay attention to the following points and take safety measures.
- When going out, day or night, keep your belongings to a minimum and make sure your cell phone and valuables are not visible to others.
- When moving around, always be aware of your surroundings and do not use mobile phones or earphones while walking.
-If, by any chance, someone points a weapon at you and demands money, do not resist under any circumstances as you may be harmed.
If you are a victim of a crime, please contact the Embassy of Japan in Mozambique.
[Contact Information]
Consular and Security Team of the Embassy of Japan in Mozambique
Tel: +258-84-210-9072
Tel: +258-84-125-3402
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First Empox case confirmed in Niassa province
July 14, 2025, 11:30 p.m.
On July 11, the Ministry of Health announced the first case of Mpox in the country.
On July 8, three suspected cases of Empox were reported in Lago County (Metangula and Kobue districts) in Niassa Province. On July 10, the Niassa Provincial Health Service confirmed that the cases were positive. The patients are currently in clinical stable condition and are in home isolation. The genotype is under investigation.
2. The public is urged to avoid panic, remain calm, not be misled by misinformation, and to refer to official information from the Ministry of Health for the latest information.
If you live in or plan to visit these areas, please take measures to prevent infection.
(Worldwide epidemic situation, etc.)
Since 2024, Empox clade 1 (1a and 1b), which has been noted to be more severe than conventional strains, has been spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring countries, and in August of the same year, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared it to meet the criteria for a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Since then, imported cases of Empox have been confirmed outside the African continent.
On June 5th of this year, the WHO held its fourth emergency meeting on EMPOCS and determined that the criteria for a public health emergency (PHEIC) continue to be met.
○Minutes of the 4th WHO Emergency Meeting on the International Health Regulations (2005) regarding the sudden increase in Mpox 2024 infections dated July 10th (in English)
https://www.who.int/news/item/10-07-2025-fourth-meeting-of-the-international-health-regulations-(2005)-emergency-committee-regarding-the-upsurge-of-mpox-2024
(Disease Overview)
(1) Symptoms The incubation period is 5 to 21 days (usually 6 to 13 days). One to three days after the onset of fever, characteristic blisters appear on the face and limbs, and a rash may also appear on the mucous membranes of the mouth, anus, genitals, etc. Muscle pain, headache, swollen lymph nodes, etc. may also be seen. In most cases, the illness will heal naturally within two to four weeks, but it may be fatal.
(2) Prevention: In areas where EMPOCH is prevalent, be sure to take the following preventive measures and consult a doctor immediately if you suspect you may have been infected.
●Avoid contact with droplets or bodily fluids of people with symptoms.
Avoid contact with rodents and other mammals (including their carcasses) that may carry the Empox virus, and refrain from eating or handling wild game meat (bushmeat).
●Perform hand hygiene using soap and water or an alcohol-based disinfectant.
(3) Reference Materials: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcwideareaspecificinfo_2024C033.html
○Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/kenkou/kekkaku-kansenshou19/monkeypox_00001.html
○Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Quarantine Station FORTH
https://www.forth.go.jp/news/20240823_00001.html
○National Institute for Health Risk Management
https://id-info.jihs.go.jp/diseases/a/mpox/010/index.html
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