Latest Documents
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November 17, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #44Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (10 November 2020), 4,036,590 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 62,479 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 54,312,364 COVID-19 cases and 1,317,284 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.4%) have been reported from 221 countries and territories. This week, one new territory (Vanuatu) reported its first case.
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November 10, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #43Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (3 November 2020), 3,863,674 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 61,628 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 50,275,774 COVID-19 cases and 1,254,805 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.5%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories.
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November 03, 2020Partnership for Evidence based Response to COVID-19 (PERC) Biweekly ReportInternational media and organizations continue to spotlight Africa as an example of a successful COVID-19 response, particularly as Europe and North America enter large second and third waves.
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November 03, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #42Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (27 October 2020), 3,434,225 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 40,289 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 46,412,100 COVID-19 cases and 1,193,177 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.6%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories.
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November 03, 2020COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 03 November 2020In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States, Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.
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October 30, 2020Compendium of Good Practices on Drug Use Prevention Treatment and Harm ReductionThe African Union Commission is proud to present this seminal work show casing good practices in addressing drug use challenges in Africa. All the articles in this compendium were compiled and submitted by AU Member States Drug Demand Reduction National Focal points.
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October 28, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #41Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (20 October 2020), 3,025,116 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 40,780 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 42,977,875 COVID-19 cases and 1,152,8883 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.7%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories. This week, no new country or territory reported its first case.
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October 20, 2020COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 20 October 2020In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.
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October 20, 2020Utiliser Les Données Pour Trouver Un Équilibre (Deuxième Partie)Alors que la pandémie de COVID-19 fait rage depuis six mois, les gouvernements ont dû prendre des décisions difficiles, en cherchant tout d’abord à protéger la santé de leurs populations tout en préservant leurs conditions de vie et en réduisant le fardeau social engendré par l’arrêt presque
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October 20, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #40Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (13 October 2020), 2,524,173 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 36,810 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 39,952,759 COVID-19 cases and 1,112,108 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.8%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories
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October 15, 2020Africa Migration ReportThe Africa Migration Report takes a distinctly regional approach to inform knowledge on migration in Africa. This first edition, titled Challenging the Narrative, aims to deconstruct negative perceptions of migration in Africa by addressing contextual realities and bringing to light practical interventions and evidence-based knowledge on what is happening on the ground.
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October 13, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #39Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (6 October 2020), 2,315,658 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 39,532 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 37,428,586 COVID-19 cases and 1,075,298 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.9%) have been reported from 217 countries and territories.
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October 07, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #38Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (29 September 2020), 2,073,499 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 38,834 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 35,112,928 COVID-19 cases and 1,035,766 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.9%) have been reported from 217 countries and territories.
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October 05, 2020Community Use of Face MasksThis document provides guidance to Member States on the effective use of face masks/ coverings in the community by individuals without COVID-19 symptoms in order to reduce potential transmission of SARS-CoV-2.a It also provides advice on the use of masks during home care for patients with COVID-19.b
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October 05, 2020Africa CDC Consortium for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Trials (CONCVACT)The Africa Joint Continental Strategy for COVID-19 is underpinned by the need to limit transmission, prevent deaths and reduce associated harms. Participation by African nations in clinical trials is an essential step to ensure that sufficient data is generated on the safety and efficacy of the most promising vaccine candidates among the region’s populations.
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October 05, 2020Africa Against COVID-19: Saving Lives, Economies and Livelihoods in AfricaPromoting harmonized, standardized and coordinated entry and exit for travelers in African Union Member States through digital solutions.
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October 01, 2020Quarterly Newsletter on Migration and Mobility, Volume 2Dear representatives from Member States, RECs, and Partners,
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September 30, 2020Second edition of the Labour migration Statistics report in AfricaLabor Migration Statistics Report in Africa Second edition: Regional Migration Profile
Executive Summary
The present report has been prepared in fulfilment of the request made in July 2015 by the Assembly of Heads of State and Government that the African Union Commission should submit a biennial report on labour migration statistics in Africa.
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September 28, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #37
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September 24, 2020Questionnaire : Great Museum of Africa (GMA)
This questionnaire has been designed to obtain information from African Union Member States, Pan African Cultural Institutions, museum personnel and the public at large on the establishment of Great Museum of Africa (GMA) a flagship project of the African Union Agenda 2063.
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September 09, 2020ALN Initiative Embedding Nutrition within the Covid-19 Response and Recovery1. Background
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September 08, 2020Health, Nutrition and Population - In Focus, June – August 2020 EditionDepartment of Social Affairs Newsletter
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September 01, 2020Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #33 -
August 25, 2020Africa CDC Rumor ReportReporting date: August 24, 2020
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