The level of testing of COVID-19 infections in COMESA Member State is generally low, according to recent data.  This is linked to inadequate testing kits and limited health personnel. The estimated total number of COVID-19 tests carried out in the region stands at 223,613. Out of these, Egypt has the highest at 90,000, Uganda (27,432), Tunisia (21,081), Kenya (17,992), Ethiopia (15,628), Mauritius (14,445) and Djibouti (12,250).

COVID-19 in COMESA – Situational Update 11