Tunisia-Rades : Masks Face masks mandatory in streets to contain coronavirus

New measures have been adopted by Rades to combat the spread of COVID-19. Indeed, Wearing a mask is now compulsory outdoors in Rades at Ben Arous governorate, where additional measures to combat the spread of the coronavirus were also announced on the evening of Tuesday, October 6, 2020.

In light of the health situation characterised by the rise in the number of infections, the local authorities have similarly chosen to ban all sporting, cultural, political and social events as well as all gatherings, adding that citizens will have to wear masks in all streets, roads and all public spaces.

The town hall has also forced a limit of 30% of the capacity of all party rooms (open and closed spaces) as well as the obligation not to use air conditioning (ventilation with open doors and windows) while prohibiting Hooka in cafes, which have to serve their customers in plastic cups.

The hammams will be also closed and bakeries and businesses will no longer be able to display the bread and other products, which will have to be served in packaging by employees wearing masks and gloves, the statement added, calling for health precautions to be taken during any contact with banknotes and coins.

“Strict measures will be taken against those who do not respect these instructions, ranging from the closure of the business to the withdrawal of the authorization”, warns the municipality, specifying that this sanitary protocol will be imposed for 15 days, with the possibility of extension, according to the evolution of the health situation.