The Hola Bon Renaissance Foundation approached the court challenging the constitutionality of the lockdown regulations, saying coronavirus (COVID-19) didn’t pose a threat to South Africans.
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) advised that it would remain open during this period.
The MEC said his department was struggling to get a hold of people who had been tested to give them their results.
Experts had been advising those who may struggle during the 21-days with practical ideas.
The minister was speaking on 702 after he announced the cases of the coronavirus in the country increased to at least 709.
As more COVID-19 cases were reported in South Africa, concerns are mounting that the public health system will not cope.
Cosatu, which previously objected to the national lockdown, now said it respected the president’s announcement.
The Health Professions Council (HPCSA) said it was worried that health workers are ill-equipped to fight the coronavirus.
Schools are expected to be closed for a few months while government tries to contain the spread of the virus.
With more than 400 people in the country testing positive for COVID-19, the HPCSA called on the president to take more drastic steps.
The South African Zionist Churches is going ahead with its Easter service next month despite governments calls for social distancing.
Clinical psychologist Khosi Jiyani said that the coronavirus made us hyper-alert and vigilant.
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.
