Month: May 2020

The Psychological Impact of Confinement Linked to the Coronavirus Epidemic COVID-19 in Algeria

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health This article studies the psychological impact of total and partial containment applied in Algeria, on 23 March 2020, following the spread of the virus COVID-19 and studies the habits and behaviors of the Algerian population during this new way of life. Journal Article

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Djibouti is Treating All COVID Patients with Chloroquine, But Scientists Urge Caution

VOA News This article reports on the treatment for COVID-19 in Djibouti and presents scientists’ take and criticism regarding the use of certain drugs. Article

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Space-time COVID-19 Monitoring in Morocco

The Pan African Medical Journal This article aims to describe and analyze the COVID-19 distribution in Morocco and the key measures taken to curb its spread. Journal Article

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Pandemic Underscores Tunisia’s Rocky Road to Democracy

VOA News This article reports on the ongoing challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic on Tunisia amid political tensions and its struggles for democracy. Article

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Egypt, COVID-19, and the Economy: A Combustible Mix?

Brookings Institution This article reports on the expected economic and social fallout in light of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis in Egypt. It assesses Egypt’s response to the pandemic and the IMF’s financial assistance. Article

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The Coronavirus in Kuwait: An Agent of Reform?

Carnegie Middle East Center This article reports on strategies and policy recommendations the Kuwaiti government could adopt to ensure the sustainability of the government’s current status as well as to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Article

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Gender Alert on COVID-19 Lebanon 

UNFPA This report provides observations from frontline responders on issues of gender equality in Lebanon in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Report

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Coronavirus Spreads “Exponentially” in Qatar’s Labor Camps

CBS News This article reports on the transmission of COVID-19 in overcrowded labor camps in Qatar with poor living conditions. Article

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Conflict and the COVID-19 Pandemic Present a Significant Threat to Life in Libya

International Organization of Migration This article reports on the serious implications of COVID-19 on the humanitarian crisis in Libya, such as armed conflicts and food insecurity. It also includes a call to action to financially support the people of Libya and stand by them.  Article

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A Lack of Data and a Decade of War Undermine Libya’s Response to COVID-19

LSE This article reports on the health implications of COVID-19 as well as the dearth of data and the history of conflicts on the public health situation in Libya. Article

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