The number of coronavirus cases in South Africa has increased to 1 517 666 after the country identified 1 404 new cases since the last report.
In a statement, the Department of Health has also reported a further 96 COVID-19 related deaths. “Eastern Cape 5, Free State 25, Gauteng 27, Kwa-Zulu Natal 17, Limpopo 1, Mpumalanga 2, North West 0, Northern Cape 1 and Western Cape 18.” This brings the total to 50 462 deaths.
Recoveries now stand at 1 436 010, representing a recovery rate of 94,6%.
The number of healthcare workers vaccinated under the Sisonke Programme is 92 029,
As of today, the total number of confirmed #COVID19 cases is 1 517 666 the total number of deaths is 50 462 the total number of recoveries is 1 436 101 and the total number of vaccines administered is 92 029. pic.twitter.com/wOEpiwAq87
— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) March 4, 2021
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