Africa ‘can’t afford’ a second coronavirus wave
WHO says the virus will run out of control if African countries continued opening up without adequate interventions in place.
South Africa joins Kenya in banning foreign visitors
South Africa declared a state of disaster, closing its borders to foreign nationals from countries badly impacted by the disease.
Algeria coronavirus cases double in one day, 26 cases now confirmed in Africa
The new coronavirus disease cases brings the total number of confirmed cases on the African continent to 26.
Africa’s coronavirus preparedness at 66%. Here’s what AU, WHO are planning
Africa’s coronavirus preparedness stands at an estimated 66%, a World Health Organization (WHO) survey has shown. The coronavirus report, which was discussed at African Union (AU) Commission in Ethiopia this weekend, highlights key gaps in the region’s health systems ability to deal with an outbreak of the virus. “We need urgently to prioritize strengthening the […]