Nonetheless, many countries have already imposed travel bans and restrictions on people travelling from countries in southern Africa.
On Thursday, the UK announced that people travelling from South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini would not be able to enter the country unless they are UK or Irish nationals, or UK residents.
As of 4.00am on Sunday, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Angola will be added to this list.
Several European countries, such as France, Italy and Germany, have imposed restrictions on travellers from South Africa and neighbouring countries that include a 14 day quarantine period for all regardless of their vaccination status.
Other nations to have introduced similar travel restrictions include the US, Australia, India and Brazil.
Published at Sat, 27 Nov 2021 16:04:00 +0000
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