By OLIVER SAMBOKOPRESIDENT Edgar Lungu has directed the reopening of some key socio-economic sectors to save the economy from collapsing.Addressing the nation on Covid-19 public health measures yesterday, President Lungu directed that casinos, gyms and cinemas be reopened but cautioned against complacency in adherence to the measures.The President also ordered that restaurants be reopened and start operating normally to prevent the economy from collapsing provided they strictly observed the public health guidelines in place.He said bars and taverns would remain closed and may be considered for reopening depending on how the measures announced yesterday would work in the next 7 – 14 days. He called on Zambians to embrace the “new normal” by accepting that Covid-19 may be there to stay.The President said Covid-19 had negatively impacted the economy in a way never seen before.President Lungu also directed that examination classes reopen on June 1, 2020 and urged schools to ensure all hygiene standards were […]
Lungu lifts lid on key sectors
