The coronavirus pandemic has been confirmed in over 180 countries globally since it was first discovered in the Chinese city of Wuhan in late December 2019. 
The World Health Organisation, WHO, has since declared it a pandemic due to its spread. All except three African countries have recorded cases as governments roll out measures to combat the spread.
In this article, we will share the latest developments as authorities implement measures to contain the spread of the virus, especially on the African continent. Major stats as at April 11:
  • Confirmed cases = 12,966
  • Number of deaths = 695
  • Recoveries = 2,147
  • Infected countries = 52
  • Virus-free countries = 2 (Lesotho, Comoros)