Djibouti’s Economic Update — April 2020
World Bank This article provides an update on the negative impact of the restriction measures taken by Djibouti’s government after the COVID-19 outbreak on its economy. Article
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The Impact of COVID-19 on the Middle East and North Africa
Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs This article reports on the responses of different MENA states to the COVID-19 outbreak. Article
Read MoreSaudi Arabia’s Economic Update — April 2020
World Bank This report offers an update on Saudi Arabia’s economic situation following the COVID-19 outbreak. Report
Read MoreThe Impact of Coronavirus and the Continuing War on Tripoli and Western Libya
MEDirections Blog This article reports on how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbates the crisis in Tripoli and the western parts of Libya and destabilizes the economy. Article
Read MoreImpact of COVID-19 on Syrian Refugees and Host Communities in Jordan and Lebanon
International Labour Organization This report provides a summary of the particular vulnerability of migrant workers during the COVID-19 health emergency, with a focus on migrant domestic workers in Lebanon. Report
Read MoreQatar: Migrant Workers Illegally Expelled during COVID-19 Pandemic
Amnesty International This article reports on the mistreatment suffered by migrant workers in Qatar who were expelled during the COVID-19 pandemic without any explanation. Article
Read MoreCOVID-19 in Somalia: A Conflict-Sensitive Response to Overlapping Crises
Saferworld This article reports on the overlapping crises existing in Somalia during the COVID-19 pandemic while providing some recommendations for aid agencies on how to respond to conflict sensitively. Article
Read MoreCOVID-19: Living Through a Pandemic in Morocco
Barcelona Institute for Global Health This article assesses the economic and social measures the Moroccan government adopted to tackle the problems posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Article
Read MoreCOVID-19 Spread Could Devastate Millions in Sudan
World Vision International This article focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on children’s health in Sudan as well as World Vision’s preparedness and planned response interventions there. Article
Read MoreUNHCR Tunisia: COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
UNHCR This report assesses the progression of COVID-19 in Tunisia and its emergency preparedness and UNHCR’s actions to step up its support. Report
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