Kenyans urged to use mobile money in the wake of coronavirus spread

President Uhuru Kenyatta further asked agencies to reduce transaction fees as more citizens avoid handling physical cash.

He issued the statement at Harambee House on Sunday when he announced that two more coronavirus cases have been confirmed in the country. Kenya confirmed its first case of coronavirus on March 13.

Other directives include, Government offices, business and companies encouraged to allow employees to work from home, with the exception on critical services with citizens encouraged to avoid congregating at places of worship, weddings, and funerals.

Minimise use of public transport and limit visits to hospitals.

Hospitals and shopping malls encouraged to provide soap, hand sanitisers and water to members of the public.