Core Values of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)

Core Values Africa CDC
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Core Values of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)

Africa CDC staff are obliged to abide by the organization’s code of conduct and adhere to the highest standards of work ethics. They are expected to demonstrate ethical behaviour all the time and remain accountable for their thoughts, words and actions. They are also expected to be reliable, prompt in action and follow through on all promises and commitments. Africa CDC staff have the duty to share knowledge and embrace teamwork as a way of strengthening public health in Africa. They are required to respect each other and everyone they interact with, including representatives of Member States and authorities within the African Union and Africa CDC. They must pay attention to due process, respect the human rights of others and not discriminate in any way.

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In Africa, the number of COVID-19 cases and affected countries has been increasing steadily. As of 24 April 2020, over 27,000 cases and 1,300 deaths have been reported in 52 countries. Community transmission is now widespread. The epidemic has the potential to result in substantial death and suffering in Africa due to four major factors:

  1. Increased risk of transmission,
  2. Increased risk of infection leading to severe illness,
  3. Increased risk of death from severe illness,
  4. Increased suffering among those who survive the pandemic.

This guidance document addresses how physical distancing (referred to in previous guidance documents as ‘social distancing’) can help slow down transmission.

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