The village of Lutu-Wainibuka in the province of Naitasiri is now banning non-essential travel joining several other villages throughout the country that have taken this preventative measure to fight the spread of COVID-19.

Village Headman, Joji Rinakama says those wishing to enter the village must first get screened at the Vunidawa Health Centre and provide proof of medical clearance.

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Several villagers in the Northern Division and Ra have already banned non-essential travel.