Coronavirus in south aftica
Funeral gatherings increase COVID-19 outbreaks, Gauteng govt warns
Experts have long warned that the gatherings could act as stumbling blocks against efforts aimed at curbing the pandemic.
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Over 1,800 COVID-19 deaths as SA records highest daily death toll
On Friday South Africa recorded 94 COVID-19 related deaths and 3,825 new infections, bringing the total number of reported cases to 87,715.
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SA reaches 1 million COVID-19 tests milestone, says Mkhize
A milestone of over one million people have been tested across the country, of which 29,999 were conducted since the last report on Wednesday.
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SA Rugby, Safa and CSA welcome return to action under level 3
Professional sport in South Africa has been suspended since March with the Super Rugby and PSL seasons among the worst affected leagues as a result.
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Patel: COVID-19 will affect DTI's strategic plans
Minister Ebrahim Patel said that the COVID-19 pandemic was having a devastating impact on industries, adding that it would negatively affect the annual strategic plans.
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WC remains SA’s COVID-19 epicentre: 4,809 total infections, 95 deaths
With 4,809 infections and 95 deaths, the Western Cape remains the epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
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LIVE BLOG: SA now has 1,326 confirmed coronavirus cases
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address follows a meeting of the National Command Council on Sunday, which assessed the efficacy of the national lockdown which came into effect last week Friday.
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DA calls for establishment of committee to protect civil liberties
DA interim leader John Steenhuisen asked Parliamentary Speaker Thandi Modise to ensure continuous oversight of the national executive and organs of state during the state of disaster.
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Some Joburg residents ignoring travel warnings and heading to other provinces
In Joburg, long-distance taxi ranks were experiencing high volumes of commuters leaving the city.
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Long queues, bumper traffic: Shoppers stockpile again ahead of 21-day lockdown
Roads, malls and shops were packed on Thursday with shelves quickly being emptied.
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LIVE BLOG: Government prepares SA for the coronavirus lockdown
As SA prepares for a nationwide lockdown, the government tells you what to expect and what not to do.
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CT Metrorail passengers accuse govt of neglecting coronavirus measures
While other forms of public transport such as mini-bus taxis and Golden Arrow have started rolling out their anti-COVID-19 plans, it seems Metrorail has yet to begin.
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Coronavirus gatherings ban an attack on Christians - KZN church leader
The South African Zionist Churches is going ahead with its Easter service next month despite governments calls for social distancing.
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COVID-19 regulations under constant review - Lamola
Justice Minister Ronald Lamola said that they also needed more legal practitioners to prosecute culprits who may break these rules.
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How to safeguard your mental health amid the coronavirus outbreak
Head of Therapeutic Services at Akeso Mental Health Facilities, Sandy Lewis, advises people to turn their minds to confronting their immediate challenges.
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Cele: Churches must comply with COVID-19 laws or face action
Meanwhile, Justice Minister Ronald Lamola said that they would need more legal practitioners to enforce the regulations aimed at curbing the response of COVID-19.
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LIVE BLOG: Confirmed coronavirus cases now at 202 in SA
Minister of Health Zweli Mkhize has announced more coronavirus cases as of 20 March.
