COVID-19 pandemic in Angola

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COVID-19 pandemic in Angola

The COVID-19 pandemic in Angola (pronunciation: /koʊvɪd naɪnˈtiːn pændɪmɪk ɪn æŋˈɡoʊlə/) refers to the ongoing global pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in the African country of Angola. The first case in Angola was reported on 20 March 2020.

Etymology

The term "COVID-19" is derived from "Coronavirus Disease 2019". The disease itself is named after the virus that causes it, SARS-CoV-2, a strain of coronavirus. The term "pandemic" comes from the Greek words "pan", meaning "all", and "demos", meaning "people".

Epidemiology

The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Angola was announced on 20 March 2020. The patient was a 38-year-old male who had recently returned from Portugal. As of [current date], there have been [number of cases] confirmed cases and [number of deaths] deaths in Angola due to COVID-19.

Government response

The Government of Angola has implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus, including travel restrictions, school closures, and a nationwide lockdown. The government has also ramped up testing and contact tracing efforts.

Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on various sectors in Angola, including the economy, healthcare, and education. The pandemic has also exacerbated existing social and economic inequalities in the country.

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