Government officials in Garissa took the Corona sensitization campaigns to the streets of Garissa town in an effort to limit the spread of the deadly virus.
Led by Garissa sub-county Deputy County Commissioner Samuel Njuguna the officials who included chiefs and their assistants visited the Garissa livestock and the open markets where they emphasised the need for the traders and their customers to maintain social distancing and observe regular hand washing routine.
“We are here to emphasise the need to take precaution and we urge each one of you to follow the guidelines set out by the Ministry of Health,” Njuguna said.
He said that all bars, hotels and eateries in the area have been closed indefinitely but however noted that hotels can prepare takeaway food while those who want to drink can buy their favourite brands from wine and spirit shops and drink at home.
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He urged those visiting Garissa town to purchase foodstuffs to do so and leave the town once they have finalized with their activities saying idling will not be allowed.
“We will not allow idling and crowding within the town. When you are done with your business, please go home,” he said.
Njuguna said the Garissa open market and livestock markets will remain open but called on the traders to maintain high standards of hygiene. “These are the drivers of our economy and for now they will remain open.” He said.
“The traders should avail sanitizers and water for hand washing as these have been identified as the best practices to stop the spread of the virus,” he noted.
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