The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, on Friday announced 1,008 new COVID-19 cases detected.
The new cases sum up the total of cases detected in the country to 89, 540, so far.
Additionally, 882 people infected with the novel virus have recovered.
The number of recovered cases recorded in the country so far tallies to 78, 819.
Two people have passed away in the last 24 hours, making it 409 deaths recorded.
The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the families of the deceased and wished COVID-19 patients a speedy and full recovery, calling on all members of the society to cooperate with health authorities, adhere to the instructions and physical distance to ensure the health and safety of all.