20 March 2020 — Six (6) new CoVID_19 cases were identified today, bringing the confirmed total to seventeen(17).
•    A French woman, 30, whose domestic partner was previously confirmed positive, along with their son, aged 10 months.
•    A Rwandan man, 32, who arrived from Dubai, UAE, on 19 March 2020. His symptoms were detected by airport screening upon arrival and he was then tested. 
•    A Swedish man,26, who arrived from Sweden on 3 March 2020 and reported symptoms on 18 March 2020.
•    A Rwandan man, 32, who is frequent traveler and reported symptoms on 18 March 2020.
•    A Rwandan man, 24, who arrived in Rwanda on 19 March 2020 from India via Doha, Qatar.

All confirmed coronavirus patients remain under treatment in stable condition, isolated from other patients. The tracing of all contacts has been conducted for further management. 

Anyone who arrived within the past two weeks is required to self-quarantine for 14 days from the date of arrival and follow all self-isolation guidelines from the Ministry of Health. These requirements will be strictly enforced.

Heightened vigilance is required from all residents of Rwanda. Continue to observe the instructions of health authorities, particularly washing hands regularly, avoiding large gatherings, maintaining physical distance from other people (at least 1,5 meter), and limiting unnecessary movements. 

As announced by the Ministry of Local Government, effective immediately all bars will close at 21:00 each day in Kigali and other cities, and at 19:00 in rural areas. The initial two weeks period of closure for schools and places of worship may be renewed based on circumstances. 
The key symptoms of coronavirus are dry cough, shortness of breath, and fever. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should call the toll-free number 114, email callcenter [at] rbc.gov.rw, send a Whatsapp message to +250788202080(or +250781753012, or contact a medical professional.