Covid-19: 778 571 positive cases with 21 289 deaths reported
According to the latest information released by the Department of Health, a total of 778 571 people have now been infected by the virus, an increase of 3 069 in the past 24 hours.
As South Africans prepare to head in to the festive season, Covid-19 cases in the country continue to rise steadily, with concerns being raised about the current infection rate. South Africa has recorded more than 3 000 new cases per day, for several days this past week.
According to the latest information released by the Department of Health, a total of 778 571 people have now been infected by the virus, an increase of 3 069 in the past 24 hours. 21 289 people have now died, with 88 of those deaths having occurred in the past 24 hours.
Gauteng has not been reporting all totals this week – the Department of Health has confirmed that the province is working on submitting their numbers, and that the Department is offering its support to the province.
South Africans have been encouraged to wear black armbands this week in remembrance of those who have lost their lives.
The Department has encouraged those who are preparing for travel, to proceed with caution.
Travel safely this festive season. Remember to wear your masks, practice social distancing and hand hygiene. Together we can beat #Covid19 #SaferHolidays #StaySafe pic.twitter.com/v84PbWOcP5
— National Department of Health (@HealthZA) November 26, 2020
Wits Professor, Francios Venter also encouraged community members to act as though they are positive, in a bid to reduce the spread over the coming weeks.
Wear a black armband or other signs of mourning to show respect for those who have departed due to #COVID19 @GautengHealth pic.twitter.com/zck4EMIbR8
— National Department of Health (@HealthZA) November 25, 2020
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