The government of Kenya has banned movement in and out of Eastleigh area in Nairobi and Old Town in Mombasa.

This decision was arrived at after the two areas registered worrying trends of infections two days in a row.

The cessation of movement in this areas starts today at 7 pm and will continue for the ext 15 days.

There will be no public transport in these areas and all markets, restaurants and eateries will remain closed for the said period.

“There shall be cessation of movement in and out of Eastleigh area of Nairobi with effect from today May 6, 2020 at 7pm for the next 15 days. There shall be cessation of movement in the area known as Old Town in Mombasa with effect from today May 6, 2020 at 7pm for the next 15 days,” announced health CS Mutahi Kagwe

“There will be closure of any markets, restaurants and eateries within those two areas – Eastleigh and Old Town – with effect from today May 6, 2020 at 7pm for the next 15 days.”

The health CS also said the cost of target testing and quarantine will be catered for by the government and Kenyans should therefore not be afraid to get tested.

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