Last Updated on August 31, 2020, 3:59 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The curfew which was in place since March 25 because of the COVID-19 pandemic has been lifted totally, but all measures and protocols implemented by the COVID-19 National Task Force and mandated by law to control the transmission of the coronavirus would remain in place.
The new Statutory Rules and Orders No 39 of 2020 Emergency Powers (COVID-19) (No.14) Regulations came into force from 5:00 am on Saturday, August 29, 2020, and shall expire at midnight on Saturday, September 26, 2020.
All hygiene protocols must be followed by businesses and enterprises, including the mandatory wearing of masks, physical distancing and sanitization of hands. All citizens and residents must wear a face mask when in public places.
The borders remain closed to incoming international flights, and international seafaring and private boating, except with the prior written permission of the Air Ports Authorities, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer.
Educational institutions are preparing to re-open in September following all COVID-19 protocols. Some early childhood educational facilities have already been opened.
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