Rwanda has become the latest country in East Africa to confirm a case of coronavirus, the first in that country.
The country’s Ministry of Health revealed that the patient is an Indian citizen who arrived from Mumbai, India, on March 8.
The health ministry said the patient initially did not show any symptoms of the virus on arrival in Rwanda.
But he reported himself to a health facility on March 13 where he was immediately tested.
“He is under treatment in stable condition, isolated from other patients,” the Ministry said in a tweet.
It also added that the tracing of all contacts of the patient has been carried out.
Statement by Ministry of Health
14 March 2020Rwanda confirms first case of COVID-19 pic.twitter.com/OARD9vMpnX
— Ministry of Health (@RwandaHealth) March 14, 2020
There are over 15 African countries now with the confirmed coronavirus cases but mortality has been very low.
At least two deaths have been reported but many have also recovered from the virus.
Practice simple respiratory hygiene to stop the spread of germs & protect yourself & others against the new #coronavirus.
When you cough or sneeze, do so into a bent elbow or a tissue. Put the tissue in a closed bin straight away, & then wash your hands. #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/fwe6Xj9kNf
— WHO African Region (@WHOAFRO) March 14, 2020
Source: Africafeeds.com
