Truckers say Covid test fee too highMigori County medical officer at Isebania border collects a sample from a Tanzanian truck driver. Individual transporters confirmed they had paid Sh6,000 per driver to the Mombasa County government’s department of health. “I have already paid Sh6,000 for my driver for the test but this is very expensive,” protested Abubakar Awes, who asked the government to lower the charges. The order for the mandatory test took effect on Monday although Kenya Transport Association (KTA) chief executive officer Dennis Ombok said they will seek to negotiate the charges. SEE ALSO: Liverpool put child mascots on hold over coronavirus fearsThe first test costs Sh 6,000 with subsequent tests being charged at Sh 2,000 each.

Source: Standard Digital May 12, 2020 22:03 UTC