New Corona Over 50,000 infected in Africa Concerns about future increase WHO May 8 4:31
According to WHO = World Health Organization, more than 51,000 people are infected with the new coronavirus in Africa, about 2000 people have died, and there is concern that it will continue to increase.
In a press conference yesterday, WHO Africa Regional Secretary-General Moeti said, "In sub-Saharan Africa, if no action is taken, approximately one in four people will be infected in the first year, It could kill 190,000 people. "
He also urged the governments of each country to take measures, saying, "In about one-third of the countries, the infection has already spread in the local community, and there is a possibility that the infection will peak in the next four to six weeks." Was called.
On the other hand, in South Africa, which has the most serious situation in Africa with more than 7,800 people, the Ministry of Health's advisory committee chair Karim said at a news conference on the 6th, “The peak of South African infection is this July. It can be expected to arrive between late and early September. Although various studies have been carried out, the number of infected people can range from hundreds of thousands to millions. "
In Africa, some countries and cities, such as South Africa, which have been restricted from going out, are also partially easing restrictions this month.
Regarding this, Mr. Yao, who is in charge of emergency response at the WHO Africa Regional Secretariat, said, "Because of the relaxation, many people are in trouble due to restrictions on going out and the economic situation is deteriorating." Pointed out that it is necessary to improve the inspection system as well as alleviate it.