Social Policy

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Labour Market in the Occupied Palestinian Territory

International Labour Organization This report details the ILO’s immediate response to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Palestine. Report

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Policy Options for Mitigating Impacts of COVID-19 on Domestic Rice Value Chains and Food Security in West Africa

Global Food Security This paper builds on evidence of the current state of domestic rice value chain upgrading in West Africa to anticipate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on rice value chains’ resilience and their capacity to sustain food security in the region. Journal Article

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Re-Entering Qatar: Implications for Employers and Travelers

Fragomen This article discusses Qatar’s approach to the COVID-19 pandemic and considers the implications for employers and travelers. Article

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Iraq COVID-19 Food Security Monitor

Food and Agriculture Organization This report covers food security in Iraq during the COVID-19 pandemic, including food supply and demand, especially for vulnerable populations. Report

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Energy Demand in the State of Kuwait During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Technical, Economic, and Environmental Perspectives

Energies This article reports on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the electricity peak load and power generation in the State of Kuwait during the partial and full curfews imposed in March, April, and May 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal Article

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Impact Assessment of Containment Measure Against COVID-19 Spread in Morocco

Chaos, Solitons & Fractals This article presents a model to evaluate the impact of compulsory containment imposed in Morocco on March 21 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal Article

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Mauritania: COVID-19 Situation Report – #10

UNICEF This report covers the humanitarian impacts and risks of COVID-19 that could overwhelm the current national response capacity in Mauritania, and therefore lead to a need for additional international assistance. Report

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The Current Situation of COVID-19 in Sudan

New Microbes and New Infections This article highlights the current situation of COVID-19, hospital facilities and quarantine centers, and the expected scenario in Sudan. Journal Article

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School Feeding in Sudan: Before the Coronavirus and Beyond

World Food Programme This article discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on school goers in Sudan including on school-provided nutrition. Article

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The Social and Economic Impact of the Covid-19 Crisis in Morocco

World Bank This report examines the socio-economic impact of COVID-19 in Morocco as well as recommendations from the United Nations agencies. Report

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