Voicing his concern that some countries in Europe may be rushing towards a full reopening ‘too brutally’, irrespective of epidemiological risks, a leading World Health Organization (WHO) has urged more caution ahead of the busy summer months. As the high season approaches, a high influx of tourists is expected, amid a threatening new wave. Recently, …
Nearly two years since the World Health Organization (WHO) first declared Covid a pandemic, prompting a majority of countries to seal their borders and put the breaks on air travel, the same entity now classes these measures as “ineffective” and urges national governments to lift existing travel bans. The statement was issued following the tenth …
After banning flights from multiple African nations, U.S health officials are re-evaluating the ban and are hoping to lift it soon. The U.S government’s chief medical advisor, Anthony Fauci, said the U.S. is reviewing its travel ban on South Africa and other African nations. He said he hopes to lift the ban “within a reasonable …
The World Health Organization has criticized blanket travel bans following the emergence of the Omicron variant, suggesting they “attack global solidarity” and “will not prevent the international spread.” The World Health Organization’s regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti said, “Covid-19 constantly exploits our divisions. We will only get the better of the virus if we work …
In light of the developments surrounding new variant Omicron in recent weeks, the World Health Organization has updated their travel and health guidance. On November 30, the WHO released an official advisory to persons 60 and older, unvaccinated travelers and those with certain health conditions to put their upcoming travel plans on hold for now. …
In preparation of adjusting to a world in which COVID-19 vaccines are readily available, the travel industry is testing out procedures to establish the new protocols for travel going forward, specifically relating to the verification of travelers’ health credentials and vaccination status. Most recently, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced being in the final …