Somali government has announced that it will not allow entry for passengers originating from Iran, China, Both of Korea South and North Italy in its country.

The ban also affects travelers who transited one of the affected countries for the last 14 days.

 

The move follows several measures taken by the Ministry of Health of the Federal government of Somali to prevent the possible spread of the corona virus in the country.

 

The Ministry of Health of the Federal government of Somali has recommended to Transport and Aviation officials to suspend flights from most affected countries including China and Italy as precaution measures.

 

Citizens were also urged to limit social gatherings and uphold a high stand of hygiene.

 

Emergency health centers were established at main entry points such as airports and ports to deal with the pandemic.