Zimbabwe: Authorities announce extension of enhanced coronavirus disease-related restrictions through at least Feb. 15 /update 11

Zimbabwean authorities extend enhanced measures through at least Feb. 15 as part of efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus disease.

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Vice President Constantino Chiwenga announced the extension of enhanced restrictions Jan. 29, in the latest effort to contain the increasing spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Measures and restrictions will remain in place through at least Feb. 15. All existing measures and restrictions are listed below.

International Travel

Air travel has resumed.
Land borders are closed except for cargo transport and other authorized persons, including tourists.
Travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test obtained within 48 hours prior to arrival. Persons without a test result or displaying COVID-19 symptoms may be denied entry. Travelers are required to self-isolate upon arrival. Persons testing positive for COVID-19 on arrival may be subject to quarantine at a government-approved facility.
Persons departing the country must present a negative COVID-19 test obtained within 48 hours of departure.
Returning residents must present a negative COVID-19 test obtained within 48 hours prior to arrival or get tested upon arrival and await the outcome of the results at a government facility.

Domestic Measures

An 1800-0600 nationwide curfew is in effect.
All nonessential businesses, with some limited exceptions, must close for the duration of enhanced restrictions. Essential services, such as grocery stores, hospitals, and pharmacies, can operate 0800-1500. Nonessential services serving hotels may remain open.
Facemasks are mandatory in public.
Interprovincial and intercity transport is restricted.
Persons must stay at home and may only leave to acquire essential goods or for medical reasons.
Tourists may travel from the port of entry to a designated tourist facility.
Gatherings are restricted except for funerals; however, no more than 30 people may attend burials.

All regulations are subject to change at short notice.