A wave of anxiety is sweeping across social media platforms in Egypt amid concerns about a potential resurgence of COVID-19. Posts and videos urging stringent precautionary measures have gained traction, triggering memories of the pandemic’s initial impact. This has led to increased public apprehension, particularly among parents.
Amidst this climate of fear, claims and misinformation have spread rapidly. Warnings about a new, highly contagious COVID-19 variant are circulating, alongside rumors of school closures. This has amplified confusion and anxiety among millions of Egyptians.
The online discourse includes accusations of official cover-ups and a lack of transparency regarding the true extent of the epidemiological situation. These claims have fueled widespread debate and a renewed sense of public unease. Some social media users are sharing aggregated images and posts alleging the existence of a highly dangerous new variant.
Furthermore, a video circulating on TikTok claims that a recent Friday sermon addressed the supposed new variant and the impermissibility of sick children attending school. The video suggests a link between the sermon and the spread of illnesses among schoolchildren.
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