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Coronavirus: Is Africa ready?

Coronavirus: Is Africa ready?

FromThe Real Story


Coronavirus: Is Africa ready?

FromThe Real Story

ratings:
Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Apr 10, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The Coronavirus pandemic has not yet impacted Africa as much as other parts of the world. But the situation might be hitting a dangerous turning point. Infection rates in some West African countries are rising quickly and this week the number of Covid-19 cases on the continent surpassed 10 thousand. Ethiopia’s Prime Minister has described Coronavirus as an 'existential threat' and senior UN official this week warned of the 'complete collapse of economies and livelihoods' across Africa if the spread of the virus isn’t contained. Sub-Saharan Africa is home to some of the poorest and weakest central governments on Earth - prompting doubts over the ability of health care systems to cope and workers to adapt. Ritula Shah and a panel of expert guest discuss the wide reaching effects of a widespread outbreak across Africa.
Released:
Apr 10, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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Global experts and decision makers discuss, debate and analyse a key news story.