221 - Why COVID-19 Cases in Africa Are Much Lower Than Expected

Thanks to an early warning system that was put in place for Ebola and other infectious disease outbreaks, countries across Africa acted swiftly to respond to COVID-19—actions that have resulted in many fewer cases and deaths than in other parts of the world. Tolbert Nyenswah, former Deputy Minister of Health for Liberia, talks with Stephanie Desmon about Africa's experience during the pandemic.

KEYWORDS: policy; supply chain; health equity