Covid-19
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Photo essay: In Congo, from epidemic to pandemic
The Democratic Republic of Congo was getting ready to declare itself Ebola-free when COVID-19 hit. Since 2018 , Ebola has killed 2,267 people. Now, ... -
Why is the Somali diaspora so badly hit by COVID-19?
The Somali community in Europe has lost many lives to the coronavirus. We are significantly over-represented in infection and death figures. Read all our ... -
We need to talk about burials: COVID-19 in Africa
Various measures can be taken to avoid burial grounds becoming potential reservoirs for the coronavirus. Read all our COVID-19 coverage As the death toll ... -
Covid-19 Underscores the Need to Overhaul Social Policies Across Africa
Covid-19 Underscores the Need to Overhaul Social Policies across Africa -
Neglected refugees find themselves even more neglected during COVID-19
The experiences of refugees in Uganda exposes both a governmental and global failure. Read all our COVID-19 coverage As COVID-19 spreads across the world, ... -
Africa will rise if we do it right
Tanzania’s former president calls for governments to provide greater support for conservation and tourism during COVID-19. Read all our COVID-19 coverage As researchers and ... -
Are African Governments Engaging Enough in Covid-19 Clinical Trial Participation?
Only a limited number of African countries are currently participating in Covid-19 clinical trials -
Prisons in the Time of the Coronavirus Pandemic in Africa
The coronavirus pandemic is finally initiating a debate on the health and social situation in prisons -
COVID-19: In northern Nigeria, states scapegoat the usual suspects
In their response to the pandemic, state governments have singled out Qur’anic schools not for epidemiological but political reasons. Read all our COVID-19 coverage ... -
Tanzania’s gamble: Anatomy of a totally novel coronavirus response
In contrast to most leaders, Magufuli’s main strategies are to limit information, treat fear as the main threat, and keep the economy running. Read ...
