The government of Botswana through the leadership of the president His excellence Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi & Ministry of Health of Wellness which is led by Dr Lemogang Kwape has been very vocal in sensitizing the general public about precautionary measures they can practice to prevent the transmission of the virus.
As a way of preventing the transmission of the virus, the government of Botswana has implemented the following measures:
- All individuals coming to Botswana from the high risk countries will not be allowed entry to the country
- Batswana have been asked to postpone travel to affected countries to minimize the risk of COVID-19.
- International travel by all Government employees, parastatals and State owned Entities has been suspended with immediate effect.
- All government, parastatals and state owned entities international meetings and conferences are cancelled with immediate effect
- Social Distancing (public gatherings)
Total suspension of public gatherings of more than 100 people is imposed immediately for 30 days; these include: religious activities, restaurants supermarkets, conferences, wedding celebrations, night clubs/bars, music concerts, parties etc.
- To minimize risk of contracting and possible spreading of COVID-19, members of the public are advised to postpone non-essential local travel. To ensure continued safety of mourners/public at funerals/memorial services:
- To ensure continued safety of other users of health facilities, individuals who have cold symptoms (cough, fever, sore throat) and have had contact with returning travelers should:
a) Call 997, 3632756 /3632757 /363 2773;
b) Not use public transport; and
c) If using private vehicle or on foot, should alert health facility officers on arrival before entering the facility.
b) Not use public transport; and
c) If using private vehicle or on foot, should alert health facility officers on arrival before entering the facility.
For a daily updated of the list of affected countries and more information on COVID-19 in Botswana, please refer to the following; Facebook page: Covid-19_Mohw. TOLL FREE NO. 0800 600 740.
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