Unmasked: Huge party in Buffalo City causes concern
Just a few days after the liquor ban was lifted by President Cyril Ramaphosa, it seems like a crowd in East London have forgotten about COVID-19.
Partygoers in Buffalo City seemingly party the night away without any concern for COVID-19 and the country's lack of a vaccine.
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In a video that emerged over the weekend, patrons of an establishment in Buffalo City broke COVID-19 protocols under the adjusted Level 3 of lockdown.
With one mask in sight and zero social distancing, this party is doomed to become a super-spreader.
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A statement released by the Buffalo City Metro in the Eastern Cape read:
“The Buffalo City Metro is calling on businesses to act responsibly in the wake of the resumption of alcohol sales."
“A disturbing video about a recent gathering at an indoor venue in East London has emerged, showing total disregard of Lockdown Alert Level 3 regulations.
“We are calling on all businesses in Buffalo City to respect the law.”
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The Liquor Board is set to visit the establishment for the violation of social distancing rules.
The video comes days after the country was moved to an adjusted Level 3 of lockdown. Regulations under gatherings explicitly state that a maximum of 50 people can attend indoor events, while a hundred people are permitted outdoors.