COVID-19 cases rise to 274 in South Africa

COVID-19 cases rise to 274 in South Africa

South Africa now has 274 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

Coronavirus blood test
Coronavirus blood test/ iStock

That is an increase of 34 new cases since yesterday’s announcement.  

KwaZulu-Natal has nine new cases, taking the provincial tally to 36.

Gauteng remains the most affected province with 132 infections.

President Cyril Ramaphosa was meant to speak to the nation this evening following a meeting with the National Command Centre.

However, Ramaphosa remains locked in ongoing talks and will only address the country tomorrow. 

The Presidency is yet to confirm a time for the address. 

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