Religious leaders have urged worshippers and devotees to avoid physical contact and practice good hygiene following the Covid-19 outbreak in the country. coronavirus
Dr Paul Lutchman, founder and senior pastor of Christian Revival Centre in Chatsworth, said a doctor addressed his congregation on Sunday to sensitise members on the virus.
Lutchman has four doctors in his church who have volunteered to educate and help create awareness around the virus. “We are looking at every possible way to prevent the spread and minimise risk. We have been given instructions to change the holy water regularly. We are not sure how quickly it spreads in water but we have to exercise caution.Napier said holy communion would continue as per normal until further instruction from the Department of Health is given.
Rafiek Ismail Mohamed, secretary general of the Jamiatul Ulama KZN, said Muslims were obliged to practise cleanliness.
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