Nairobi — Health Chief Administrative Secretary Rashid Aman has cautioned against a tendency by residents in some Nairobi neighborhoods to hold house parties, a trend he says is now complicating the war on the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We are aware in certain parts of the city, such as Westlands, Lavington, Kileleshwa and Hurlingham, we are seeing increasing number of young people congregating in groups and organising gatherings such as house parties.

Acting Director General Patrick Amoth said such cases could be on the rise especially with the resumption of sporting activities in Europe, with soccer fan now gathering to watch football matches.

He however urged soccer fans to exercise the containment measures such as wearing masks and maintaining physical distance even as they meet to cheer their favourite teams in the Serie A, La Liga and English Premier League.

We know Kenyans love football and my appeal to the young people is that even if you were to meet and watch the game, please ensure that you have a mask on and maintain physical distancing so that you don't put yourself at risk," said the Health DG.