The number of coronavirus cases in South Africa has increased to 1 522 697 after the country recorded 991 new cases on Tuesday.
In a statement, the Department of Health announces that 103 more COVID-19 related deaths have been reported.
“Eastern Cape 2, Free State 28, Gauteng 28, Kwa-Zulu Natal 24, Limpopo 0, Mpumalanga 6, North West 0, Northern Cape 0 and Western Cape 15. ”
This brings the total to 50 906 deaths. The recoveries now stand at 1 444 282, representing a recovery rate of 94.8%.
The number of health care workers vaccinated under the Sisonke Protocol is 118 247 as of 6.30 pm, 9 March 2021.
Below are the latest coronavirus stats in SA:
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