The coronavirus is not only a public health emergency. It also poses a major threat to the world’s economy. It’s already caused global stock markets to crash, raising fears of a recession.

BBC Money Daily's Maya Hayakawa explains how the virus might affect African countries' economies.

Produced by Anthony Irungu and Hugo Williams. Illustrations by Millicent Wachira.

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