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Makhura declares West Rand a COVID-19 hotspot
The mining area has seen an increase in coronavirus cases since the lockdown was lowered to alert level four earlier this month.
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Sibanye-Stillwater confirms 11 COVID-19 cases at operations - Makhura
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said that Sibanye-Stillwater has had 11 COVID-19 cases at various operations, including some on the West Rand and some in the Free State.
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Makhura: Govt finalising plans to ensure Gauteng is ready for level 3 lockdown
The premier said the provincial government did not want to give residents false hope, but there was evidence to prove that the lockdown had worked in Gauteng.
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As Makhura touts level 3 readiness, Joburg still COVID-19 epicentre for Gauteng
The number of confirmed cases in the province now sits at 2,361 with 27 deaths, with the bulk of them recorded in the city itself.
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COVID-19 led to lost production of 20,000 vehicles - BMW SA
The automotive industry is among those that were allowed to open during level 4 but is only allowed to operate at 50% of its capacity.
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Makhura: There'll be no mercy for companies neglecting workers’ health, safety
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said that the province refused to believe that the economy should be prioritised over lives, but rather, both should be considered carefully in the decisions made.
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Makhura: Gauteng set for move to level 3 lockdown
Premier David Makhura acknowledged that Gauteng still had the second-highest infection rate in the country, but said that the economy was taking strain.
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Makhura: More than 12,000 Diepsloot residents screened for COVID-19
The Premier together with Health MEC Bandile Masuku visited the area on Friday after a nurse at a local clinic tested positive for the virus.
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More than 500,000 people have returned to Gauteng: Makhura
Premier David Makhura said roadblocks carried out at various provincial borders during the once-off travel period allowed for rapid testing to be conducted on commuters and motorists.
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Makhura: COVID-19's exposed need to strengthen Gauteng healthcare
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said that the province would be bolstering healthcare across the province by expanding infrastructure, medical equipment and more health professionals.
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Gauteng govt working towards testing up to 3,000 people a day - Makhura
The premier on Thursday led a provincial coronavirus command council briefing where he outlined plans to curb the spread of COVID-19.
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Makhura concerned about stigmatisation of COVID-19 patients
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said that officials had received a number of complaints about people who have tested positive for COVID-19 being stigmatised.
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Gauteng assessing economical impact of COVID-19 lockdown - Makhura
Gauteng Premier David Makhura and the provincial command council were briefing the media on the COVID-19 situation on Thursday.
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Makhura vows to escalate COVID-19 testing in Gauteng's informal settlements
Speaking at the launch of the mass mobilisation campaign at the Setswetla informal settlement in Alexandra on Tuesday, Premier David Makhura said the program would target the most densely populated areas.
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Gauteng's homeless to be housed at schools during lockdown
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of a nationwide lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak, the Gauteng government outlined some of the plans they have for the province.
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Makhura: Stay home, don't travel ahead of lockdown
The premier and his executive on Wednesday gave a briefing in Midrand on their readiness to implement lockdown measures.
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Makhura: Don't panic buy or flock to the hospitals
Gauteng Premier David Makhura urged South Africans not to panic buy or flock to the hospitals to get tested for coronavirus.
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Makhura announces appointment of COVID-19 steering committee
The steering committee will be headed by health MEC Dr Bandile Masuku who was also been announced as the province’s spokesperson for all matters related to the coronavirus.
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One SA Movement marches on Tshwane House demanding services in troubled metro
The protest comes at the time when the Tshwane council has been placed under administration by the Gauteng government, following weeks of instability.
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Gauteng DA in urgent court bid to halt Tshwane being placed under administration
Premier David Makhura announced provincial government's plan to dissolve the council after three months of political tussles over the control of the metro.
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Cogta Dept backs Gauteng govt's move to dissolve Tshwane council
Last week, Gauteng Premier David Makhura announced that the executive has taken the decision to dissolve the council.
