The statement released last night shows that 1997 people have caught the virus out of 50 880 sample tests while 976 recovered.

Kigali city remains the major hotspot where 1391 of new cases were found yesterday.

Rwanda confirmed the first Coronavirus case on 14th March 2020. Since then, 54 549 people have been tested positive of whom 38 186 recovered, 15 725 are active cases, 76 are critically ill while 638 have succumbed to the virus.

Coronavirus symptoms include coughing, flu, and difficulty in breathing. The virus is said to be transmitted through the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.

Rwandans are urged to adhere to COVID-19 health guidelines, washing hands frequently using soaps and safe water, wearing face masks and respecting social distancing.