Coronavirus: Kuwait records two new cases, bringing the total to 191
March 24, 2020, 9:34 am

Coronavirus: Kuwait records two new cases, bringing the total to 191

Expatriates wait for mandatory coronavirus testing in a makeshift testing centre in Mishref, Kuwait March 14, 2020. (Reuters)

Kuwait recorded two new coronavirus cases during the past 24 hours, bringing the total to 191, according to a health ministry spokesman.

Both new cases came into contact with an infected person associated with recent travel, said the spokesman. One is a Philippines national and the other is Indian.

Nine people have recently recovered in Kuwait, bringing the total number of recoveries to 39.

The health ministry said 152 people are receiving medical care with five people in the intensive care unit (ICU). Three are in critical conditions, according to the spokesman, while two are in stable conditions.

Kuwait has administered a total of 17,316 coronavirus tests, according to the health ministry, and has taken several measures to combat the spread of the deadly virus.

The country enacted an 11-hour curfew on Saturday aimed at limiting public gatherings. The National Guard was ordered to assist the Ministry of Interior in enforcing the curfew. Work in government and private companies was also halted till March 26 but was then extended for another two weeks.

Kuwait extended the suspension of schools and universities till August 4. Earlier this month, flights to and from the country were suspended until further notice. levant

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Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
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BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
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