By PAUL WAFULAMore by this AuthorThe government now has access to data that can point out crowded areas, making it the latest tool in the fight against the deadly Covid-19 disease. This is after Google launched mobility reports that can be used by law enforcers and health workers to enforce social distancing measures. The data can show where there are huge crowds, which attract greater risks of transmission, allowing authorities information to intervene in good time. “While Google displays a percentage point increase or decrease in visits, it will not share the absolute number of visits. The data shows a 12 per cent increase among users remaining in their homes between February 16 and March 29.

Source: Daily Nation April 06, 2020 07:52 UTC