Somalia’s leading telecommunications firm implements measures in the country's battle against COVID-19‏

Hormuud Telecom, Somalia’s leading telecommunications firm, have today announced a set of measures in the fight against COVID-19.

As of 25 April 2020, 328 cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in Somalia. While some international aid has been forthcoming, fake news and disinformation are hindering the communication efforts to slow the spread of the virus.

The ability to disseminate accurate public health information to the Somali population will be vital to averting the widespread contraction of COVID-19. Digital inclusion will allow the most vulnerable and marginalised groups, such as rural communities and those with low levels of literacy, to gain access to life-saving information that can slow the spread of the virus.