When President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the 21-day national lockdown, he said: “From midnight on Thursday March 26 until midnight on Thursday April 16, all South Africans will have to stay Read More..
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We Ugandans are used to lockdowns and poor healthcare. But we’re terrified
In Uganda, for the first time since 2013, more than three people can legally meet without needing to inform the police. Last week, parts of the Public Order Management Act, Read More..
Algeria backs out of African athletics championships
Algeria Athletics Federation said yesterday that hosting the 2020 Africa Championships billed for June 24-28 is no longer feasible following the unabated spread of the coronavirus. This coming on the Read More..
Ethiopia bids farewell to iconic life-saving gynecologist: Catherine Hamlin
An estimated 60,000 lives saved over her period of practice – total of 61 years, Catherine Hamlin; is celebrated by Ethiopians and maternal health care champions across the world for Read More..
White spots in meat a sign of TB – but thorough cooking can make it safe
“If you see bubbles and white spots in animal meat, please avoid eating it. It is animal TB and very dangerous.” TB is the bacterial disease tuberculosis. This advice has Read More..
In Kenya, Residents of settlements say there is no room for them to isolate to counter the spread of the coronavirus
Kenya is edging towards a lockdown as the number of coronavirus cases rises to 15. The government is suspending all international flights from Wednesday and has ordered pubs and restaurants to remain Read More..