Thu 23 July 2020: The World Organization Chief has said that comments questioning his independence would not distract the organisation from its work in fighting the coronavirus. Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has come under criticism, especially from US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who have accused him of being pro-China. […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: South Africa is investigating dozens of alleged corruption cases involving theft or misappropriation of funds earmarked to fight the coronavirus pandemic, president Cyril Ramaphosa has said A special investigating team had been set up to look into “allegations of corruption in areas such as the distribution of food parcels, social relief […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: Parliament’s cross-party Public Accounts Committee says measures were ‘on the hoof’ LONDON (AA) – A British parliamentary committee blasted the government’s economic response to the coronavirus pandemic on Thursday, saying it had “no plan,” and the measures it did take were “rushed” and “on the hoof.” The cross-party Public Accounts Committee […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) voiced alarm on Monday at the spread of COVID-19 in Africa, warning South Africa’s surging numbers could be a “precursor” for outbreaks across the continent. “I am […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: Researchers are making “good progress” in developing vaccines against COVID-19, with a handful in late-stage trials, but their first use cannot be expected until early 2021, a World Health Organization (WHO) expert said on Wednesday. WHO is working to ensure fair vaccine distribution, but in the meantime it is key to […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: Health minister issues guidelines for upcoming Muslim holiday celebration Turkey’s health minister on Wednesday urged the public to maintain social distancing rules during the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. “Especially, those over 65 years and those with chronic diseases should exchange greetings over the phone. There should be no handshakes or hugs,” Fahrettin […]
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Thu 23 July 2020: SinoPharm approved international phase III clinical trials for vaccine at the end of June, according to official media The China National Pharmaceutical Group (SinoPharm) said Thursday a coronavirus vaccine could be ready by the end of 2020, according to official media. Chinese pharmaceutical companies completed early trials and are preparing for market entry […]
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Wed 22 July 2020: Death toll now above 15,700, recoveries stand close to 410,000, says Africa CDC ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AA) – The number of coronavirus cases in Africa is now just short of 750,000, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said on Wednesday. According to the daily update, 749,492 COVID-19 cases have […]
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Wed 22 July 2020: Jakarta allows prayers in congregation with strict health protocols due to coronavirus JAKARTA (AA) – Muslims in Indonesia and Malaysia will celebrate Eid al-Adha or feast of the sacrifice, a major Muslim holiday, on July 31, authorities announced. Indonesia’s Religious Affairs Minister Fachrul Razi said the decision was based on the […]
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Wed 22 July 2020: Crude prices soared by more than 2% on previous session with US dollar index hitting lowest level since March Oil prices were down on Wednesday to end their rally from the previous session as a forecast increase in US crude oil inventories reignited fears of a supply glut on the global […]
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