Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula said Namibians need to take the evolving Covid-19 seriously as witnessed by the increasing cases and loss of life.
Speaking during a media conference at State House in Windhoek on Friday, Dr Kalumbi said what is happening regarding Covid-19 calls for greater vigilance and personal responsibility of each and every Namibian.
“We must do our part to stop the spread of this disease in its tracts. And, yes, it can be done. In order to
protect ourselves, our families, and our communities from illness and prevent loss of life,” he said.
According to Dr Kalumbi, Namibians should:
• Wear face masks each time we go out in public,
• Practice prescribed social distancing protocols,
• Avoid crowded places and public gatherings,
• Practice hand hygiene, by using alcohol-based sanitizer or washing hands with soap and water
for at least twenty seconds,
• Avoid going out in public, unless it is absolutely necessary,
• Avoid large gatherings, especially those held indoors, and
• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially from region to region.
“These are the realities of our times. The only way Namibia can suppress the spread of the disease is by following and complying with these measures without fail, at all times, and by everyone,” he said.
