Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic In Africa-- News Updates April 20-21, 2020

DW: COVID-19: Security forces in Africa brutalizing civilians under lockdown

Cases of police brutality in African countries that imposed lockdowns are on the rise. There are fears this could lead to non-compliance to government issued stay-at-home and social distancing guidelines.

Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, and Kenya are some of the countries that security agencies have used brutal means to keep people off the streets. The brutality contradicts some of the measures put in place that allow people to go out only for essential purposes, such as buying food and medication.

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Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic In Africa-- News Updates April 20-21, 2020

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