It’s been two weeks since the first case of COVID-19 hit South African shores, but there is some positive news.

Nehawu wants thousands of union members to come together in their numbers to protest against the state’s decision to pull out of the wage agreement.

Scientists are warning the shortage of equipment may disrupt efforts to fight the spread of the virus.

The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union claims members are not being equipped or trained properly to deal with Covid-19 cases.

The department said that it hoped employers would adhere to ensure the safety of workers.

The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union on Tuesday said it was concerned that the measures announced by the president on Sunday didn’t go far enough to address issues faced by health workers.

The taxi organisation held a media briefing on Tuesday to announce measures it would take to protect drivers and commuters from the spread of coronavirus.

Government confirmed on Thursday the evacuees from the epicentre of the coronavirus (COVID-19) will be quarantined at The Ranch Resort in Polokwane.

Johan Jansen has resigned after 17 years on the Tshwane council.

One hundred and twenty-two citizens are expected to arrive in the country from the epicentre of the virus on Friday.

The virus has spread to every continent except Antarctica, forcing several countries to institute travel restrictions and lockdowns to contain the spread.

The party’s spokesperson Vuyani Pambo has confirmed that Gardee, who was the former general secretary for the party, would remain as a member of the EFF and central command team.

On Monday, the Johannesburg Magistrates Court found him guilty of public violence related to the student protests and sentenced him to two and a half years in jail, which is suspended for five years.

The former Wits University SRC president will only serve jail time if he is found guilty of similar transgressions within the next five years.

The Justice Minister said communities would now play a bigger role in parole processes following several cases of parolees appearing in court for rape and murder.

Eskom CEO André De Ruyter has been in office now for over two months and said he still didn’t regret taking the job.

Last week, Eskom cut power to the Western Cape’s rail systems due to nonpayment.

The former Joburg mayor announced on Monday that the former DA members Funzela Ngobeni and Paul Boughey had resigned to join him in establishing a new political movement.