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How the face mask became the world's most coveted commodity (source — www.theguardian.com) 28/04/2020 08:00:01

The global scramble for this vital item has exposed the harsh realities of international politics and the limits of the free market. By Samanth SubramanianIf Ovidiu Olea is astonished by the fact that...

South Africa president says coronavirus has highlighted his country's stark inequalities (source — www.stuff.co.nz) 28/04/2020 03:13:19

On Freedom Day, president says Covid-19 is underscoring lasting disparities between rich and poor.

The UK Has Steered Clear Of Coronavirus Lockdown Protests. But Will That Continue? (source — www.huffingtonpost.co.uk) 27/04/2020 13:02:28

Get the latest on coronavirus. Sign up to the Daily Brief for news, explainers, how-tos, opinion and more.The headlines would have you believe Britain is a nation of rule-flouting “Cov...

Egypt seeks aid from IMF amid virus-inflicted downturn (source — www.thesundaily.my) 27/04/2020 03:09:09

CAIRO: Egypt is seeking an aid package from the International Monetary Fund to offset the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli said Sunday.In a televised press ...

Coronavirus: Cuban doctors go to South Africa (source — www.bbc.co.uk) 26/04/2020 15:28:16

The medics are among 1,200 sent to countries that requested help from the communist state.

Poachers kill at least six rhinos in Botswana as tourism dries up due to coronavirus (source — ) 25/04/2020 19:47:58

At least six rhinos have been killed in Botswana after the region's tourism was stopped because of coronavirus. South Africa, who have also restricted travel, have seen nine rhinos killed in this peri...

Coronavirus live news: Greece prepares to end lockdown as Brazil’s health system nears collapse (source — www.theguardian.com) 25/04/2020 12:32:22

Bill Gates vows to fund vaccine production; Australia and New Zealand mark Anzac Day from drivewaysLeader of group peddling bleach as ‘cure’ wrote to Trump this weekGlobal report: Sweden queries lockd...

South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa gets in a tangle trying to put on a face mask during live coronavirus TV demo (source — www.thesun.co.uk) 25/04/2020 03:14:44

SOUTH Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa struggled to put on a facemask on after delivering a speech on the importance of wearing them. Hilarious video shows the President attempting to get the elasti...

You had one job! South Africa's President Ramaphosa hilariously struggles to put coronavirus mask on (source — ) 24/04/2020 17:57:11

South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa was captured struggling to get his facemask on after delivering a speech on the importance of wearing them, in a blunder livestreamed yesterday.

Coronavirus: South Africa allows cigarette sales as lockdown restrictions eased (source — www.bbc.co.uk) 24/04/2020 12:24:47

Alcohol sales remain banned but people can soon exercise outside and some businesses reopen.

Helpful information

How to prevent coronavirus disease and stop the spread of germs
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue immediately in the trash.
  • Avoid touching your face - nose, mouth and eyes.
  • Clean and desinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects. You can use sanitizer gel for this. Buy here one.
  • Stay home when you are sick except to get medical care
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use sanitizer gel if you haven’t got access to water.
Coronavirus symptoms
Common symptoms:
  • Respiratory symptoms
  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Breathing difficulties
In more severe cases:
  • Pneumonia
  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome
  • Kidney failure
  • Death