Africa Is Being Outbid For Crucial Supplies As It Braces For COVID-19

Africa faces a severe shortage of ventilators amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with only 2,000 ventilators for 1.3 billion people, compared to the US's 170,000 for 328 million. The distribution is uneven, with some African nations having no ventilators. Despite fewer reported cases than other continents, Africa's COVID-19 cases rose by 43% in a week, straining testing capacity. The UN predicts Africa will need 30,000 ventilators and 74 million test kits to combat the virus effectively.

What is the situation regarding ventilators in the Central African Republic?

How many confirmed coronavirus cases has Africa reported compared to other continents?

What percentage rise in coronavirus cases was reported in Africa this week?

What challenges does Africa face regarding testing capacity for COVID-19?

What is the estimated number of ventilators needed in Africa according to the United Nations?