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UN "Solidarity Flights" deliver COVID-19 medical equipment to African countries
The UN "Solidarity Flights," led by WHO, WFP, the African Union and Africa CDC, are delivering urgently needed medical equipment to all African nations in the fight against COVID-19.
COVID-19 - Q&As: Projections in the African region
Africa could face as many as 250 million possible COVID-19 infections and 190 000 deaths if containment measures fail and the virus spreads uncontrollably. Dr Humphrey Karamagi, Team Leader for Data Analytics and Knowledge Management at WHO AFRO, shares his insights.
Engaging faith communities in the fight against COVID-19
Faith leaders have an essential role in the fight against COVID-19 in Kenya. WHO, through the Ministry of Health, works with institutions of all faith to engage communities to combat COVID-19.
Coronavirus Prevention Messages for Uganda
Uganda confirmed Coronavirus Disease also known as COVID19 in the country.
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, cough, sore throat and shortness of breath. If you have these symptoms or know someone who has them in your family or community, please report immediately to the nearest heath…
5th Africa Media Leader Briefing on COVID-19
Hear directly from WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, about the latest status of COVID-19 across Africa, and health experts and their answers to journalists’ most pressing questions. This 5th briefing, with support from the World Economic Forum, is joined by Dr Simon Missiri,…
First UN solidarity flight departs with COVID-19 medical supplies
The first United Nations “Solidarity Flight” left Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on April 14, 2020. From there, the aircraft transported vital medical cargo to all countries in Africa, including one million face masks, other personal protective equipment, thermometers and ventilators.
4 questions about polio eradication in Africa amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
Dr Pascal Mkanda, Polio Eradication Programme Coordinator at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, answers four questions about the impact of COVID-19 on the polio eradication programme in the African Region.
WHO case management training on COVID-19: Kenya
Caroline Mwangi, Infectious Control Manager at the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital, was recently trained by WHO on how to treat COVID-19 in Kenya. She shares the takeaway messages from the training.
4th Africa Media Leader Briefing on COVID-19
Hear directly from WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, about the latest status of the novel coronavirus across the continent, and health experts and their answers to journalists’ most pressing questions.
3rd Africa Media Leader Briefing on COVID-19
Hear directly from WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, and Ms Lola Castro, WFP Regional Director for Southern Africa, about the latest status of the novel coronavirus across the continent, and the answers to journalists’ most pressing questions. The briefing is joined by Dr…
How to wash your hands with hand gel
Hand hygiene is one of the most simple things you can do in order to protect yourself from COVID-19. Kevin Ousman, Infection Prevention and Control Officer at WHO AFRO, shows us how to do so with hand gel.
Hand washing with the tippy tap
Hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But not everyone has access to running water at all times. The tippy tap is one simple and safe way to wash your hands that is designed for areas with no running water.