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Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002)

Notices

Directions relating to Norms and Standards for Religious Gatherings

5. Social distancing

 

(1) Every religious leader or person in charge of the place of worship must ensure that—
(a) there is no physical contact between persons at the place of worship;
(b) there is a minimum of one and a half metres between persons;
(c) all social distancing measures and health protocols are adhered to at all times; and
(d) singing of hymns is limited to solo performances, or pre-recorded performances during the religious service or activity.

 

(2) Where the religious activity, such as preaching or leading worship, cannot be performed with face masks, the distance between persons must be increased to 2,5 meters.