People around the country are eagerly awaiting the Prime Minister’s announcement following the confirmation that there is a suspected case of COVID-19 from Lautoka.
However the panic buying in a number of areas has started in the country with people rushing to get groceries from supermarkets.
Many parents are even rushing to pick up their children from school.
People are being urged to remain calm and take all necessary precautions while we await word from the government what is happening.
The Education Ministry is not saying anything at the moment on schools. Stay listening to us as we will have further announcements.
We have contacted the Health Minister, Doctor Ifereimi Waqainabete however there has been no confirmation on when the announcement on the case in Lautoka will be made.
This morning, the Fiji Bitter Marist 7s Tournament was postponed to a later date after organizers announced that there is a case of COVID-19 in Lautoka.
Marist Rugby Club President, Lawrence Tikaram says they received the confirmation this morning and they have taken this step for the safety and welfare of the players and spectators.
We are still awaiting the official announcement by the government.
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