Algeria will reintroduce gathering restrictions on Monday to combat the rapid spread of the more contagious Delta version of the coronavirus, which has resulted in a rise in the number of cases, according to the prime minister’s office.
Gyms, cultural centers, leisure venues, beaches, and used vehicle markets will all be closed as part of the restrictions, which would affect 35 of the 58 provinces.
All gatherings, including wedding celebrations will be banned, while cafes and restaurants will be allowed to provide only take away services.
The Delta variant caused 71% of total infections for July, according to the state research centre Pasteur Institute.
The North African country has so far reported a total of 162,155 infections, including 4,063 deaths, since the pandemic began early last year.
