Renowned Kenyan musician Bien Aime from popular music band Sauti Sol has contracted the coronavirus.
In an interview with a local daily, Bien noted that before testing positive, he had a fever, eye problems, and joint aches.
“For the last couple of days, I have been indoors. I started feeling weak and so I decided since I was travelling to Uganda, I needed the tests done before, only for me to test positive… I will be home for a while since I do not want to spread it. Corona will get anyone so long as we do not adhere to the said measures,” he said adding that his wife tested negative.
Regarding the treatment he has been receiving, Bien noted that the medicines are costly and may not be affordable to all Kenyans considering our diverse backgrounds.
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“To be honest, I have not been sick for a long time. I feel the treatment itself is very expensive, even for me. I have used Sh8,000 on medicines alone… Our healthcare system has not cushioned us, so once it gets you, you may end up spending too much from your pockets. It could be worse since it could even kill you,” he added.
The singer has advised Kenyans to follow the set guidelines in a bid to stop further spread of the virus.
As to whether artists should be allowed back on stage, Bien noted that it is likely that corona will be around for quite sometime therefore, measures should be put in place to allow artists perform.
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