The government has approved the resumption of sporting activities in the country with strict observance of Covid-19 preventive measures.
Addressing the media during a post cabinet briefing in Harare yesterday, Minister of information, publicity and broadcasting services, Monica Mutsvangwa said the attendant staff during sporting grounds should all be vaccinated.
“To allow the resumption of sporting activities subject to strict observance of COVID-19 prevention measures and protocols. Attendant staff should also be vaccinated, and all Sports Clubs must ensure that their coaches, managers and any support staff are vaccinated.
“For all local activities in which the participants are below the age of 14, they shall, in all cases be checked for COVID-19 symptoms, have regular temperature checks and follow social distancing protocols.” She said.
The government further urged children aged between 14 to 18 years to get vaccinated.
“Athletes/children aged 14 to 18 years are highly recommended to get vaccinated, and the National Sports Associations can work with Sport and Recreation Commission to get this done.” Minister Mutsvangwa said.
Meanwhile, the Minister of Information also announced that leisure places such as cinemas can now open for vaccinated clients.
“Gymnasia, health spas and fitness centres be allowed to open only to vaccinated clientele, the cinemas and theatres can now allow 50% sitting capacity of vaccinated clients, and that all workers should be vaccinated and the national arts galleries across the country be opened to vaccinated clients only, and that all workers should be vaccinated.” She added.