SA reports a record 8 728 new coronavirus cases on Thursday

South Africa records another daily increase in coronavirus cases with 8 728 new confirmed cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 168 061.

In a statement on Thursday, the Department of Health has also reported a further 95 COVID-19 related deaths to 2 844 nationally.

1 706 127 tests have been completed in total of which 39 188 new tests are reported.

The recoveries are at 81 999, translating to 48.8%.

As of today, the cumulative number of confirmed #COVID19 cases is 168 061, the total number deaths is 2844 and the number of recoveries is 81 999. pic.twitter.com/ARtiHCYgZD

— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) July 2, 2020