Algeria Government has announced fresh coronavirus restrictions on Sunday, closing sport and cultural centres as well as beaches as the country continues to record a spike in infections.
The government called on Algerians to fight what it called a “concerning phase” of the pandemic.
Algeria has registered more than 68,000 infections and at least 2,100 deaths, according to the Ministry of Health, with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune hospitalised in Germany with the virus last month.
The new restrictions imposed by the Prime Minister’s office directed that a curfew be imposed overnight across much of the country.
halls, recreational and leisure areas, beaches, youth and cultural centres will be shut for 15 days.
Businesses are required to close from 3 pm, with cafes and restaurants limited to takeaway.
The government also reiterated there was a ban on large public gatherings, saying they help spread the virus.
