January 9, 2021 Nyasa Times Reporter 8 Comments
Chikhwawa District Commissioner Ali Phiri has become the first DC to test positive for Covid-19 and has since isolated imself in his official residence.
Covid-19 bites hard: Chikwawa DC offices
Phiri said that he has mild symptoms but will be out of office for 10 days.
He says in his absence, Director of Health Services Dr Stalin Zinkanda will be acting DC.
Meanwhile, health rights activists are challenging the law enforcement agencies to act tough on the mandatory wearing of face masks in order to effectively fight the Covid19 pandemic.
The Presidential Taskforce on Covid 19 yesterday announced a mandatory wearing of face masks pointing out that those breaking the law risk being arrested.