The number of coronavirus cases in South Africa has increased to 1 532 497 after the country identified 1 531 new cases since the last report.
In a statement, the Department of Health has also reported a further 74 COVID-19 related deaths. “Eastern Cape 1, Free State 15, Gauteng 38, Kwa-Zulu Natal 4, Limpopo 1, Mpumalanga 7, North West 0, Northern Cape 2 and Western Cape 6.” This brings the total to 51 634 deaths.
Recoveries now stand at 1 459 056, representing a recovery rate of 95%.
The number of healthcare workers vaccinated under the Sisonke Programme is 168 413.
#COVID19 Statistics in SA as at 17 March.
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