
MAJOR COUNTRIES WITH CORONAVIRUS CASES
The World seems to be at a standstill due to the pandemic especially major countries with Coronavirus cases. The virus, since its first few cases in 2019 has put a dent in almost every business and leisure international activity. It has crippled even the major countries all over the world. World leaders have been forced to shut down major cities and limit movement to health workers and specific authorized personnel. Although, the rate at which cases are recorded in each country varies, some more than others.
Meanwhile, the count increases daily as cases reach 2 million as at April 16 2020. Also, last update of the virus puts total number of confirmed cases worldwide at 2,129,343 and deaths at 142,707 across 210 countries and territories. However, even as some countries like Germany and China have recorded fewer cases lately it is believed the actual number of cases are much higher than the official numbers recorded.
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Major Countries with Coronavirus cases in Europe
United Kingdom: Cases = 103, 093. Deaths = 13,729
Germany: Cases = 135,843. Deaths = 3,890
France: Cases = 165,027. Deaths = 17, 920
Netherlands: Cases = 29,214. Deaths = 3,315
Portugal: Cases = 18,841. Deaths = 629
Sweden: Cases = 12,540. Deaths = 1,333
Belgium: Cases = 34,809. Deaths = 4,857

Major Countries with Coronavirus in Asia
Turkey: Cases = 74,193. Deaths = 1,643
China: Cases = 82,341. Deaths = 3,342
Iran: Cases = 77,995. Deaths = 4,869
India: Cases= 12,759. Deaths = 423
Israel: Cases = 12,758. Deaths = 142M
Major Countries with Coronavirus cases in Africa
Togo: Cases = 80. Deaths = 5
Somalia: Cases =80. Deaths = 5
Gabon: Cases = 80, Deaths = 1
Nigeria: Cases = 407. Deaths = 12
Liberia: Cases = 59. Deaths = 6
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Other countries with Coronavirus
Hungary: Cases = 1,652. Deaths = 142
Croatia: Cases = 1,791. Deaths = 35
Cuba: Cases = 862. Deaths = 27
Bolivia: Cases = 441. Deaths = 29
Burkina Faso: Cases = 542. Deaths = 32
Trinidad and Tobago: Cases = 114. Deaths = 8
Togo: Cases = 81. Deaths = 5
United States: Cases = 670,570. Deaths = 34,617
Peru: Cases = 12,491 Deaths = 274
South Africa: Cases = 2,605. Deaths = 48
Countries mostly affected by Coronavirus
Evidently, the pandemic is in almost every part of the world and continues to record cases daily. However, some countries have been affected more than others. European and Asian countries are forefront on this list. Therefore, they are the major countries with Coronavirus cases.
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USA
On the 21st of January 2020, the united states of America recorded its first confirmed case. However, the virus spread rapidly and the number of cases increased surpassing China and South Korea. USA is currently the most affected and one of the major countries with coronavirus cases in terms of number. Furthermore, it’s total number of confirmed cases records 678,210 and number of deaths 34,641. Also, the number of deaths increased at a fast rate due to lack of ventilators. Meanwhile, china where it all started recently records fewer cases.
Italy
The constant movement in and out of Italy has been the major cause of the presence of the virus in the country. Also, the number of confirmed cases in the country continues to increase and so far has the highest number of deaths. It’s confirmed cases is reviewed as 168, 941. So, the country is currently on a lockdown to limit the spread of the virus.
Spain
As one of the major countries affected with coronavirus, Spain is now the second most affected country with the virus. Also, its death rate increases by the day as the country is on lockdown to reduce spread of the virus. Meanwhile, as the fight against the pandemic persists, other sectors of the country like tourism suffers. Since Spain overtook South Korea in march, the total number of coronavirus cases is at 184,948. As a result, most Government workers and employees of companies have been advised to work from home.
Germany
Germany, like many other countries suffering from the pandemic are taking precautions to fight the virus. Public gatherings are prohibited to prevent and reduce the spread. Also, number of cases have not stopped increasing that its mortality rate is lesser than it was at the start of the year. Number of confirmed cases is at 138, 273. However, the economy of the country is being affected by all this that a minister committed suicide due to worry for the future of the countries’ financial situation.
China
In recent times, major countries with corona virus record cases on a high rate. Although, China is the first country to experience the coronavirus, the rate of cases is at a slower rate than before. This well developed country has a total confirmed case of 82,692 and 4,632 deaths. However, China is the fourth worst affected country along side Hong kong and Macau. The capital, Hubei is the most affected city recording over 67,000 cases and deaths still counting. However, China used to be the lead among the major countries with coronavirus cases.
France
France is the fourth most affected country in Europe with a record case of 165,027. However, it’s capital Paris has also suffered greatly amongst other cities including Bordeaux and Amiens. Also, a few workers have tested positive with the virus. As a result, most places like the popular Louvre Museum and Disney land have been temporarily closed. Furthermore, visitors into the country has dropped for fear of exposure and this affects the tourism industry.
Iran
Major countries with coronavirus cases does not exempt this Asian nation. Although, the country reports 79,494 confirmed cases and 4,958 deaths. It is believed the cases here may be more. A good number of its citizens have tested positive including a few Government officials, some of whom have died. However, a number of cases around the world have been attributed to visits to Iran. Most countries continue to take preventive measures. Meanwhile, released a number of prisoners as this comes from fear of possible new cases.
United kingdom
The United kingdom is among the major countries with coronavirus cases due to its rapid increase in march. However, confirmed cases are well over 11,000. Also, on the 27th of march the Prime minister tested positive.
Switzerland
Much like other major cities with Coronavirus cases, several sectors of the country continues to suffer. Switzerland shares their border with other European countries like Milan and Italy and records confirmed cases of 27,078. Also, Geneva, Zurich its major cities test positive as well. However, Switzerland known for its tourism will suffer greatly if the pandemic persists.
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Turkey
Despite every action taken by the nation to avoid coronavirus, their effort seemed futile. However, Turkey has closed borders and cancelled flights to further tackle the pandemic. Also, Turkey’s mortality rate isn’t as high as other European countries. The number of confirmed cases so far is 74,193 with a record death 1,643. This figure puts the country among the most affected.
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Other countries with suspected Coronavirus cases
- Benin
- Lesotho
- Equatorial Guinea
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2 comments
Insightful writeup.
Well done.
Thanks so much