List of 19 Countries That Have Detected Omicron Covid-19 Cases

The Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant of the Covid-19 virus has been detected in several countries. According to a report by Cable News Network (CNN), as of November 30, 2021, 19 countries had confirmed cases of this coronavirus variant.

The Omicron variant was first reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) from South Africa on November 24, 2021. To date, 77 cases of the Omicron variant have been recorded in that country.

Botswana ranks second with a total of 19 Omicron variant cases. The Netherlands and the United Kingdom each have 14 cases. Portugal follows with 13 cases, and Australia has 6 cases.

The following is a complete list of the 19 countries that have detected Omicron variant cases:

1. South Africa: 77 cases
2. Botswana: 19 cases
3. Netherlands: 14 cases
4. United Kingdom: 14 cases
5. Portugal: 13 cases
6. Australia: 6 cases
7. Germany: 4 cases
8. Italy: 4 cases
9. Canada: 3 cases
10. Hong Kong: 3 cases
11. Denmark: 2 cases
12. Israel: 2 cases
13. Austria: 1 case
14. Belgium: 1 case
15. Czech Republic: 1 case
16. France: 1 case
17. Japan: 1 case
18. Spain: 1 case
19. Sweden: 1 case

The Omicron variant is reportedly five times more contagious than the original coronavirus. The WHO has classified this new coronavirus variant as a "variant of concern" (VOC).

Therefore, the public needs to remain vigilant to avoid contracting this dangerous new variant of the coronavirus. The public is urged to consistently adhere to the 3M health protocols: wearing masks, maintaining distance, and washing hands.