Last updated:  08 September 2020

 

COVID-19 and Ramadan

COVID-19 advice for religious and mass gatherings.

 

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When shopping for upcoming holidays, avoid crowded markets and maintain the recommended physical distance of at least 1 metre from others

 

Avoid sampling foods in public markets or grocery stores

 

 

Avoid eating in public or crowded places

 

 

COVID-19 is primarily spread from person to person, but it is a good idea to practice food safety

 

 

It's a tradition to visit family during Ramadan, but this year the smart choice is to call or message instead

 

 

Stay safe by staying home: Share a meal with your family rather than visiting restaurants and street gatherings

 

 

If permitted to proceed with safe gatherings, provide information to your community on key protection measures against COVID-19

 

 

Ensure that hand sanitizer or soap and water is available upon entry

 

 

Frequently clean places of worship and pilgrimages sites with detergents and disinfectant

 

 

Ensure distancing between community members of at least 1 meter

 

 

Use internet and streaming services to broadcast important services and announcements throughout Ramadan

 

 

Encourage your community to stay at home and participate in Ramadan with their family members

 

 

If permitted to proceed with religious gatherings, frequently clean surfaces