"We will be taking the temperature of the public at random to identify those with elevated temperatures. Those with temperatures of 38 degrees will have their history taken and if necessary referred for further assessment," Nairobi Health CEC Hitan Majevdia said.
There had been concern Gikomba and other open air markets would be closed, but Health CS Mutahi Kagwe said they would remain open as long as traders observe high levels of cleanliness and social distancing.
Officers from the Ministry of Health lead the exercise from 10am.
At various points at the market, health officials stood at washing points where traders and consumers cleaned their hands with soap and water.
The Ministry of Health team also demonstrated how traders should properly wash their hands with soap and water.
Chairman of the Public Health Council Simon Kimani , urged the traders to observe the basic hygiene measures against Covid-19.
“ The traders had been asking for help and as the government we are here to provide fumigation services. The response is positive and we thank them for cooperating,” he said.
Kimani urged other counties to embark on the fumigation process in crowded places as a preventative measure.
