South Africa has recorded 2 419 new COVID-19 infections, taking the total number of cases in the country to 622 551. There have been 238 new deaths overnight, pushing the number of fatalities to 13 981.
As of today, the total number of confirmed #COVID19 cases is 622 551 , the total number of deaths is 13 981 and the total number of recoveries is 536 694. pic.twitter.com/XPCEWeNdRl
— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) August 29, 2020
In a statement, Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says 81 of the fatalities are from Gauteng, 123 from the Free State; 19 from KwaZulu-Natal; nine from the Western Cape and six were recorded in the Eastern Cape.
“We extend our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the healthcare workers that treated the deceased patients,” Mkhize adds.
Loading…
South Africa has an 86% recovery rate with 536 694 citizens having recovered from the disease.
#HealthcareHeroes
Look after your mask & make sure it fits properly, says Sister Jennifer Jacobs who does #Covid19 screening at Discoverers CHC in Johannesburg. pic.twitter.com/XCmqvSQZxk— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) August 29, 2020
