South Africa entered day 280 of the nationwide lockdown on Wednesday, and the country recorded the highest daily infections in a single day.
17 710 new cases were recorded, bringing South
Africa’s total confirmed cases of COVID-19 to 1 039 161, indicating a
positivity rate of 33%.
“The positivity rate, being an indicator of the
rapidity of spread, remains of major concern,” said Health Minister, Dr. Zweli
Mkhize.
465 more people succumbed to the
coronavirus. Of these deaths, the Western Cape recorded the most fatalities
with 165, followed by KwaZulu-Natal 144, 88 were recorded in Eastern Cape, Gauteng 41, Limpopo 16, Northern Cape 7, Free
State 4.
This brings the total COVID-19 death toll to 28
033 deaths.
“We convey our condolences to the loved ones of
the departed and thank the health care workers who treated the deceased,” said
the Minister.
A cumulative 6 553 761 tests have been
conducted with 53 279 tests completed since the last report.
Recoveries currently stand at 867 597,
which translates to a recovery rate of 83%.
Done By: Mitchum George
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