Municipalities in the district are making sure communities are armed with knowledge, to fight off Covid-19 infection.

Mayor of Emadlangeni (Utrecht), Lindile Mhlungu conducted a vital door-to-door campaign in rural parts of Utrecht on April 8 (Wednesday), and also stopped in Emxhakeni, the area hit by a tornado last November.

The freak wind phenomenon left many buildings in ruin and families in a state of shock.

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Cllr Mhlungu also visited the areas of Vaalbank and Berou, where she encouraged residents to take all the necessary precautions – such as constantly washing your hands with soap and water – to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. She also called on residents to stay at home during the lockdown and informed residents about mass screenings, which are soon to be rolled out in the area by the Department of Health.

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