Zimbabwe’s government announced it would allow churches to take an unlimited number of congregants as long as they were fully vaccinated.
Speaking during a post-cabinet media briefing on Wednesday evening, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister, Monica Mutsvangwa said congregates will also be required to adhere to Ministry of Health and Child Care and World Health Organisation (WHO) measures meant to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.
“Cabinet wishes to inform the public that churches can now allow sit-in congregants under the following conditions; Only congregants who have received two doses of the vaccine are allowed to attend; All Ministry of Health and Child Care and WHO protocols are adhered to,” said Minister Mutsvangwa.
Information Minister further warned that those found violating the regulations will be arrested including the church leaders.
“All those found in breach will be arrested, including the leaders of the churches,” she added.
Cabinet also advised the nation that private companies, hotels and other institutions can access vaccines upon payment of the requisite fees to the Ministry of Health and Child Care.
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