Angola said on Saturday that it will maintain closed borders to fight and prevent a spread of coronavirus in the country. The measure, to become effective on August 10 till September 8, allows the entry and exit of cargo, goods, humanitarian aid and medical emergencies. The decree also authorises the entry and exit of diplomatic and consular staff, transportation of dead bodies and entry of foreign specialists to perform specific tasks. However, it forbids the international transportation of corpses belonging to those who have died of Covid-19, and the exit of products in the basic basket, fuel, medicines, and medical equipment. Angola has reported 1,572 Covid-19 cases, 70 deaths and 564 recoveries.

Source: Daily Nation August 10, 2020 04:18 UTC