South Africa records 8 more COVID-19 deaths
As COVID-19 continues to spread, health officials have confirmed the deaths of another eight people - bringing South Africa's death toll to 161.
According to statistics released on Thursday night by the Health Minister, the number of cases continues to climb.
We now have 8 232 infections nationally.
That's an increase of 424 cases in the past 24 hours.
KwaZulu Natal has 1 204 active cases now.
Two more people died in our province - bringing the number of deaths to 40.
In the Western Cape - which's been the epicentre of the outbreak in the country - almost 4 000 people have tested positive.
Meanwhile, 292 153 tests have been conducted countrywide to date - there've been over 3 100 recoveries.
The total number of confirmed #COVID19inSA cases is 8232. Regrettably, we report 8 new #COVID19 related deaths. We convey our condolences to the families and friends. Follow the regulations and guidelines set out to protect yourself and others from #COVID19. pic.twitter.com/5dpcbOYCFb
— NICD (@nicd_sa) May 7, 2020
