Jamia Mosque has suspended all congregational prayers until further notice to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Kenya has recorded seven cases since its outbreak last Friday, Health CS Mutahi Kagwe said during a press conference.
In a statement on Wednesday, Jamia said they have 'temporarily and regrettably' suspended prayers.
"We shall continue to monitor the situation and advise the muslim Ummah accordingly," they said.
Kagwe said they have 18 cases that are currently admitted at Mbagathi hospital. Seven have been screened and are negative.
"Samples from the remaining 11 are currently being tested. It is now clear that the threat we face is from Kenyans from other countries," he said.
"We do not wish to see people congregating anywhere. Wash your hands and do social distancing."
