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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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
Read MoreThe 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
Read MoreGender 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
Read MoreCoronavirus 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
Read MoreConflict 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
Read MoreCOVID-19 Impact: What We Know So Far — Syria
International Planned Parenthood Federation This article features an interview with Lama Mouaeka, the Executive Director of Syria’s Family Planning Association (SFPA), on the impact of COVID-19. Article
Read MorePolitics of COVID-19 in Egypt: Between Repression and Opportunism
Arab Center Washington DC This article explains how the Egyptian government exploited the COVID-19 crisis for political gain. It also assesses the political measures taken to control the spread of the virus. Article
Read MoreUpdate: The Kingdom of Bahrain & COVID-19: Bahrain’s Reaction to the Global Pandemic
Charles Russels Speechlys This article reports on the various limitations and requirements the government of Bahrain enacted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Article
Read MoreGender and Crisis of COVID-19 in Tunisia: Challenges and Recommendations
UN Women This report summarizes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia on gender-based violence, access to justice, women and health, and women’s leadership and political participation. Report
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