He said they are also encouraging young children to wash their hands to prevent possible infections.
“Children normally play together. We advise their parents to ensure they frequently wash their hands,” he said.
Awuor was joined by ward administrator Moses Odero to distribute the items in Imbo, Marindi, Ogande, Kopiyo, Got Kokech and Nyangu markets.
He told boda boda riders to maintain personal hygiene.
“Boda boda riders should set a good example to residents by always being clean. They should ensure people wash their hands and avoid handshakes,” Awuor said.
The MCA promised to give additional jerrycans to roadside traders of household items within the villages in the ward.
“We’re working closely with the county government to ensure there is water to refill the jerrycans and provide soap,” he said.
Some traders in Imbo said the initiative will help locals prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Mary Omongo, a vegetable vendor, said traders in the villages are at risk of contracting and transmitting the infection because the government has only concentrated in fumigating major towns.
“We are only seeing people in major towns being taken care of. We welcome the initiative by our MCA who saw it wise to help us overcome the disease,” she said.
(edited by o. owino)
