A further decline in new COVID-19 cases for SA
South Africa has recorded the lowest new daily COVID-19
cases since the start of the second wave in December.
The latest report by Health Minister Zweli Mkhize shows that 1 376 new infections were reported in the latest 24-hour period, bringing the total number of cases to 1 477 511.
Although the number of new cases is declining, the country’s COVID-19 related death toll is increasing.
A further 183 deaths have been reported.
“Regrettably, 183 deaths have been reported: Eastern Cape 27, Free State 24, Gauteng 45, Kwa-Zulu Natal 12, Limpopo 3, Mpumalanga 21, North West 19, Northern Cape 2 and Western Cape 30. This brings the total to 46 473 deaths.
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We convey our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the health care workers who treated the deceased patients,” reads the statement.
The recovery rate now stands at 1 363 947, representing a recovery rate of 92%.
The cumulative total of tests conducted to date is 8 511 410 with 15 599 new tests recorded since the last report.
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— KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health (@kznhealth) February 8, 2021
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