Set up better Covid surveillance, WHO tells Africa

Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO regional director for Africa.

Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO regional director for Africa. PHOTO | FILE

The World Health Organization (WHO) has asked Africa to set up more effective surveillance measures to curb the surge in Covid-19 cases in the continent.

“The current rising trend is a concern. Abrupt surge should be taken into consideration by countries. If we are starting to see an increase, especially at a time when we will be experiencing movements; it is a cause of concern,” said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO regional director for Africa.