76 new cases of COVID reported in the country

76 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported by the Ministry of Health since last Thursday.

Of the 76 cases, 42 cases were recorded in the Central Division, 33 cases in the Western Division and 1 case in the Northern Division with nil cases in the Eastern Division.

The Ministry of Health says they are once again noting an increase in COVID-19 cases based on case numbers reported to them, and have noted 18 admitted cases who have incidentally tested positive for COVID-19.

They say they are currently focusing on implementing COVID safe measures around those vulnerable to the severe effects of COVID-19, and this includes escalating measures in hospitals, old people’s homes and facilities catering for disabled persons.