Regulations have been published setting out how things will work under South Africa’s 21-day Covid19 lockdown. Here we answer some of the top questions on what people in the country may or may not do in this time.
Following the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa that the country will be entering a lockdown for 21 days , several government clusters have announced what regulations will be implemented during this time. These regulations have been outlined in the Government Gazette.
She reminded South Africans that older people and persons with disabilities should be allowed to access their grants on March 30-31 so that they can return home as quickly as possible.She added that correct hygiene protocols and social distancing should be enforced by retailers, with assistance from SA Police Service and the SA National Defence Force where needed.
These items are provided for in the Government Gazette, and the full list of items have been published.The gazette also states that spaza shops that sell essential products will remain open during this time. However, it has not outlined any limitations for which spaza shops may remain operational. In addition, the vehicles will carry a reduced number of passengers and must be sanitised after every trip.Will public transport still be available for people who aren’t essential workers at this time?
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