Somali government suspends public gatherings due to Covid-19

[Deeq A.]

Information Minister Abukar Osman said civil servants will work from home, with the exception of personnel operating in essential offices.

Speaking at a press conference with the security minister, Dubbe announced that the government has suspended all public meetings to contain the spread of Covid-19.

The government order will affect mosques, educational institutions, and sports facilities. protecting the safety of the community.

Minister of Health Fowsiyo Abikar Nur noted that in the past 24 hours, 15 people have died of the disease and another 50 have been admitted to government hospitals, indicating that the risk of the disease has increased.

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