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Corona Chronicles: 10 May – 15 May

Ahead of the WHO's assembly on Monday 17 May, tensions are building up over what happens if, and when, a vaccine against COVID-19 is found. In the meantime, the US has taken over as the country with the highest number of cases.

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GETTING INTO GEAR

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Coronavirus: South Africa to rev economy by easing lockdown

Freedom beckons for parts of South Africa in the coming weeks, when the promise of lockdown restrictions being eased awaits areas least affected by COVID-19.

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controversial control

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Coronavirus: Nigeria’s proposed COVID-19 law tears the country apart

A bill seeking to replace the Quarantine Act with a Control of Infectious Disease Act that quickly passed first and second readings at the House of Representatives in April, is causing outrage in Nigeria.

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COVID complications

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Coronavirus: Tanzania’s handling of pandemic raises eyebrows

With just months to go to the end of his first term, Tanzania's president John P. Magufuli is making global headlines once again, as his administration continues its somewhat questionable approach to controlling COVID-19 within its borders.

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changing lifestyles

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Coronavirus: North Africa must develop its own strategy to ease lockdown

While the numbers of infections and deaths continue to rise across the African continent, North African countries have begun a gradual lifting of restrictions, but will that leave the region vulnerable to the pandemic?

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different strokes

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Coronavirus: Nigeria’s varied responses to controlling COVID-19

Despite Nigeria's federal government and its task force against COVID-19 putting measures in place against the spread of the coronavirus, certain state governments have taken matters into their own hands to the benefit or detriment of their local population.

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trading troubles

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Coronavirus: Delay of AfCFTA is more bad news for Nigeria

Enforced lockdowns across the world to stop the spread of COVID-19 has led to the slowing down and even halt of several economies, wreaking havoc on the global economy. According to the IMF, the world is now in a recession. How will Nigeria fare in the midst of all of this?

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food for thought

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Coronavirus: Food insecurity fallout from Nigeria’s lockdown

In a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus that has infected over 3000 people and killed over 100 people in Nigeria, a five week lockdown in Abuja, Lagos and the neighboring Ogun state was in effect. But as the number of people out in the street came to a near halt; the price of food took off, creating a difficult situation for many Nigerians.

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musical troubles

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Coronavirus: African artists hit by cancelled European festivals

Closed borders are depriving musicians of a significant portion of their income. Figures from the world music scene are mulling over the idea of creating a solidarity fund.

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PHARMA WARS

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Coronavirus: Calls for free COVID-19 vaccine ahead of WHO assembly

The World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organisation, opens its annual meeting on Monday 18 May against the backdrop of worsening geopolitical clashes over the handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

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opportunity knocking

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Coronavirus in Africa: an opportunity for innovative investment

The last couple months can only be characterized as unprecedented, as many countries and markets went from indifference of the pandemic to visible panic. In many emerging markets, the flight of capital coupled with slowed investments has further complicated fragile situations. Yet these unexpected and difficult times still present opportunity for investment.

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