So far Zimbabwe has recorded 5 cases of Coronavirus, with 1 tragic death. Though our numbers are so far low, we have observed elsewhere how quickly the virus can spread. We are therefore taking decisive action NOW, before it is too late 1/4
On Monday Zimbabwe will go under a total lockdown for 21 days. Everyone must stay at home, except those seeking health services, buying food, medicine & vital supplies, & those manning essential services. I know this will upset all of our daily lives but there is no other way 2/4
Accurate information is crucial, and I have therefore directed the Ministries of Health and Information to ensure the public are kept informed at all times. We have activated a toll-free hotline, 2019, that you are welcome to call for further information 3/4
Additional treatment & isolation units will be established, and testing services will be decentralised to provincial hubs. Our task is huge and requires maximum discipline. Let us act in unity, peace & solidarity, and put aside unnecessary divisions. Together, we will prevail 4/4
