Tanzania is one of the Eastern African Countries that has refused to lockdown or implement social-distancing measures to date.
John Ponbe Magufuli who is the President says if he does any form of lockdown, neighbouring states will suffer most.
He said many countries rely on the Dar-es-salaam Port such as Zambia, Burundi, Congo, Rwanda, Uganda and Malawi for fuel in order to Operate and to take Care of the Sick.
Magufuli has also refused to implement social-distancing measures against Churches and Mosques saying people should be allowed to meet and pray and has allowed such gatherings.
“We must continue gathering to help praying for the nation”. he said at yet another church gathering.
He has also said key sectors such as agriculture should not be affected or closed and their workers should be allowed to work.
Can you imagine what would happen if I told all of you to stay home?” He added “Production would come to a stand still while we still need more food.”
He encouraged church members to continue praying for the country.
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