Over 300 county askaris unleashed to enforce social distancingCounty askaris manage social distance in various business entities in Kitengela, Kajiado County, more than 300 Askari's have been assigned. [Standard, Peterson Githaiga]The Kajiado County government yesterday deployed more than 300 askaris to various towns to enforce the recommended one-metre social distance guideline.Inspectorate officers raided several business areas and forced customers to observe the social distance. Among areas the askaris in face masks targeted were supermarkets, boda boda shades, bus parks and open-air markets. Close contact The deployment of the askaris follows last week’s order by Governor Joseph ole Lenku that called for strict observance of social distance guidelines. The governor said mass distribution of masks and sanitisers would start soon, sparing traders and customers the expense.

Source: Standard Digital April 08, 2020 21:00 UTC