28 Feb 2021 | 09:30 AM UTC
Guinea: Authorities extend measures in response to COVID-19 and Ebola virus activity as of Feb. 28 /update 16
Officials expand nighttime curfew in Greater Conakry, Guinea, among other measures aimed to combat COVID-19 and Ebola virus activity.
Event
As of Feb. 28, authorities in Guinea have extended a nighttime curfew and introduced new measures in response to COVID-19 and Ebola virus activity. A 2300-0400 curfew in Greater Conakry is in effect, and all nonessential businesses must close during this time. Facemasks remain mandatory in public areas, including on public transportation, and persons without a mask will be subject to a fine. Health testing is compulsory for persons transiting between Conakry and the interior. A state of health emergency was also extended for three months from Feb. 26.
Domestic Measures
All public transport passengers and transport employees must wear facemasks. The government has maintained the compulsory wearing of facemasks in public and private spaces.
Religious gatherings are restricted to 50 people, while other gatherings, including cultural events, are restricted to 100 people.
Travelers from Conakry to other regions of the country must present a negative COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) certificate.
International Travel
Most land borders and the country's sea entry points remain closed until further notice, unless for goods transportation; transporters will be subject to heightened screening measures. However, the border with Sierra Leone is open as of Feb. 18.
Health workers (local and foreign) traveling to the Ebola-impacted N'Zerekore Region require the COVID-19 and Ebola vaccines. A negative COVID-19 PCR test taken no longer than 72 hours before travel is also required.
All passengers arriving in Guinea must present a negative COVID-19 certificate for a test taken within five days of arrival; persons departing Guinea must provide a negative test within three days of departure.
All travelers arriving from the UK must undergo an additional test on arrival. Travelers will be quarantined for up to 72 hours at a government-approved Onomo hotel in Conakry until a result has been received. Travelers with a negative test will be allowed to exit quarantine; positive travelers will be taken to a government treatment facility. Similar mandates are possible for travelers from other countries as the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve.
Facemasks are mandatory for all travelers, and they must pack at least three spares for the duration of the journey.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments.
