In a recent report by made by News24, it suggests that 2 South African
citizens working on a Japanese cruise ship have tested positive for the deadly
coronavirus, and it was confirmed by the SA health ministry on Friday.
In a statement, the ministry said;
“The South African government has
been made aware by Japanese authorities through the South African embassy in
Tokyo, that there were 12 South African crew members working on board the
Diamond Princess Cruise Ship when it was affected by Covid-19.
On 25 February 2020, we were informed
by the Japanese authorities that two of these South Africans tested positive
for Covid-19. They are currently being treated in Japan and the latest reports
indicate that they are currently asymptomatic.
At this stage, it is most appropriate
that the Covid-19 confirmed South African citizens should be treated in Japan
until they are fully recovered from the virus and are no longer contagious
before they travel further.
For the
remaining 10, they will be permitted to disembark the ship as per the
instructions of their employer after they test negative for coronavirus, be
subjected to a further 14-day quarantine in Japan, then further tested
thereafter to determine if they may be cleared for travel.
South Africa will continue to monitor
the situation closely and maintain contact with the government of Japan in
order to keep the public informed.”
Source: www.globaltipsgh.com
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