The coronavirus pandemic escalating in Ethiopia and overseas is making him wary. Ethiopia has 16 confirmed coronavirus cases, if the government reports are anything to go by. For example, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church has announced steps it has taken to help reduce dangers of the spread of the coronavirus. It seems that Ethiopia’s strong sense of national exceptionalism convinces some followers that the coronavirus doesn’t apply to them. “The government should fulfill its primary duty of protecting the health and wellbeing of its citizens, even if doing so is unpopular among those suspicious of science and public health guidelines.

Source: Ethiopian News March 28, 2020 06:44 UTC