Egypt sends Congo, Zambia medical supplies to help fight coronavirus

Egypt has sent Congo and Zambia medical supplies, disinfectants, drugs and protective suits to help in the fight against coronavirus

The military jet loaded with the supplies was received Monday by Congolese Deputy Foreign Minister Raymond Tshibanda and other officials, as well as the Egyptian ambassador in Congo.

In Zambia, the shipment was received by Vice President Inonge Wina and the Egyptian ambassador in the African nation.

The Zambian officials thanked the Egyptian people and leadership for helping their country in the novel coronavirus crisis.

The Egyptian presidency has given the government instructions to assist countries of the continent in the face of the virus in their efforts to reduce its repercussions on the African people.∞