Africa's coronavirus cases reach 736,587, with 15,424 deaths

As of July 21, confirmed the COVID-19 case total from 55 African countries has reached 736,587.

Reported deaths in Africa have reached 15,424 and recoveries 389,314.

South Africa has the most reported cases – 373,628, with deaths numbering 5,173. Other most-affected countries include Egypt (88,402 cases), Nigeria (37,225), Algeria (23,691), and Ghana (28,430).

The numbers are compiled by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (world map) using statistics from the World Health Organization and other international institutions as well national and regional public health departments. For the latest totals, see the AllAfrica clickable map with per-country numbers.