The Northern Cape has reported its first COVID-19 death as South Africa’s coronavirus curve continues to climb.
312 lives have now been lost in the country due to the pandemic with 17 200 infections confirmed.
#Covid_19 statistics in South Africa as at 19 May 2020. pic.twitter.com/cjpNRXdiPs
— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) May 19, 2020
55.5% of those infected are males and the majority of the deceased are between the ages of 60 and 69.
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has conveyed condolences to the families of the departed patients.
On Monday, he urged South Africans with underlying conditions and the elderly to be extremely cautious and avoid possible exposure to the virus.
Below is an infographic of the latest COVID-19 statistics in South Africa:
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