COVID-19 Resources

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Asante Africa Foundation is closely monitoring global developments on COVID-19 and following recommendations from both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

We are utilizing and sharing Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda national guidance information day by day as well as what we can access in the USA.

Our youth are helping to get the word out within their communities and are a key force to ensure FACTS win out over MYTHS. (Swahili & English).

Follow ONLY your local health authorities and government guidelines, for advice. We have collected trusted resources to share with your family and friends.

Asante Africa’s COViD-19 Response

Every decision we make is guided by the long-standing commitment toward the health and well being of our children, families, and communities. READ MORE

Policy Brief: The Impact of COVID-19 on Women

At Home Advice

Coping with COVID-19 at Home

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Help and Resources

Kenya

GBV Hotline
Toll Free Number: 1195

More Hotline Numbers

Domestic Violence Amid Covid-19

Tanzania

Reporting GBV
Toll Free Numbers: 116 and 117
0800 780 100

Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children – National Plan of Action to end Violence Against Women and Children in Tanzania

Uganda

Phone Numbers
Toll free line for GBV UG police: 0800 199 195
Legal advice and referral services: 0800 100 150
Counseling and referrals on violence against women: 0800 200 600
Report Child Abuse: 116

Ministry of Gender Labour & Social Development

Trusted GLOBAL Resources

World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/

Center for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/

WHAT IS COVID-19 (Coronavirus)?

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a new virus. The disease causes respiratory illness (like the flu) with symptoms such as a cough, fever, and in more severe cases, difficulty breathing. You can protect yourself by washing your hands frequently, avoiding touching your face, and avoiding close contact (6 feet) with people who are unwell.

FAQ’s – Johns Hopkins University: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/covid-19-basics/faq

FAQ’s – United Nations: https://www.un.org/en/coronavirus/covid-19-faqs

HOW DO I KEEP SAFE?

You can protect yourself and help prevent spreading the virus to others if you:

Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds, with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub
Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue or flexed elbow when you cough or sneeze
Avoid close contact (6 feet) with people who are unwell or if you are out in public
Stay home and self-isolate from others in the household if you feel unwell
Listen to your local government and follow the rules
Avoid spreading news that is not verified by a trusted source