Tanzania Publishes First COVID-19 Data in Over a Year

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA - For the first time in more than a year, Tanzania has released figures on coronavirus, confirming 100 cases since a third wave of infections began.  President Samia Hassan says Tanzania has budgeted $470 million to buy COVID-19 vaccine.  The actions mark a sharp turn from Hassan’s predecessor, the late John Magufuli.

A week ago, Tanzania’s health ministry warned citizens that a “third wave” of COVID-19 infection was spreading across Africa.  On Monday, President Samia Hassan announced Tanzania has recorded 100 such cases in recent days, and said 70 patients required oxygen.  She warned citizens to protect themselves from infection.