South Africa has recorded 8 436 new COVID-19 cases, taking the total number of infections to 1 761 066.
Two hundred and eight COVID-19-related deaths were also reported in the last 24-hour cycle, pushing the national death toll to 58 087.
Recoveries now stand at 1 616 405, representing a recovery rate of 91,8%.
The cumulative number of tests conducted to date is 12 270 842.
Latest confirmed cases in South Africa #COVID19 #CoronavirusSA https://t.co/kmtOzpSgyc
— Department of Health (@HealthZA) June 15, 2021
Meanwhile, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that the country will move back to alert level 3 of the national lockdown.
The President briefed the nation on Tuesday night after a meeting with various stakeholders, including the National Coronavirus Command Council.
