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