All pubs, bars and nightclubs in Kenya have been ordered to close early from Monday to help tackle the spread of coronavirus.

The East African nation has so far confirmed seven cases of Covid-19.

Health Minister Mutahi Kagwe said the next two weeks would be "the most critical" in containing the virus.

He announced all bars and nightclubs now had to close three-and-half hours earlier than usual at 19:30 local time - until further notice.

Supermarkets and passenger service vehicles will also have to limit the number of shoppers and passengers at any given time, in order to ensure social distancing.

However, open air markets will remain open but they have to adhere to the official advice on cleanliness.