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
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 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
Read MoreWill COVID-19 Reshape Algeria’s Political System?
Brookings Institution This article reports on the political impact of the pandemic on Algeria and how authorities are using the pandemic to undermine the peaceful protest movement known as Hirak. Article
Read MoreCOVID-19 Control Measure: The Hidden Impact on Somali Children
UNICEF This statement reports on the irreversible impact of COVID-19 on physical and sexual-based violence of Somali children by their parents or caregivers. UNICEF supports its claims by undertaking a small survey in mid-April with 34 child protection agencies in Somalia who monitor reporting of child abuse cases. Additional information was also captured as a result of the survey. …
Read MoreAlgeria’s Perfect Storm: COVID-19 and Its Fallout
Chatham House This article reports on how the pandemic presented an opportunity for the Algerian government to introduce restrictive measures beyond those needed to contain COVID-19. Article
Read MoreSetbacks for Freedom of Expression as Tunisia Fights COVID-19
Global Voices This article reports on the attempts to silence Tunisian people who criticize the government’s response to COVID-19. Article
Read MoreSyria: Aid Restrictions Hinder Covid-19 Response
Human Rights Watch This article reports on the aid restrictions preventing millions of people in northeast Syria from getting treated for COVID-19. Article
Read MoreLibya: COVID-19 – Situation Report
UNOCHA This situation report assesses the COVID-19 situation in Libya and its impact on health services in different regions. Report
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