.WHO Calls For Caution In Easing Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Cross 200,00 In Africa | Sahara Reporters WHOAFRO states that the pandemic is accelerating as it took 98 days to reach 100,000 cases and only 19 days to move to 200,000 cases. READ MORE:
The World Health Organization has warned African countries not to relent in measures taken to combat coronavirus as confirmed cases on the continent cross 200,000.According to WHO, 10 out of 54 countries are currently driving the rise in numbers, accounting for nearly 80% of all the cases.
South Africa is the most affected, accounting for 25% of the continent’s total cases, with the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces reporting a high number of cases and deaths daily. “Stay-at-home orders and closing of markets and businesses have taken a heavy toll, particularly on the most vulnerable and marginalized communities,” said Moeti.
WHO advised that easing restrictions should be a controlled process and needs to be coupled with ensuring that widespread testing capacities and mechanisms are in place.
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