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By IOL Reporter 
13h ago
Durban – The Western Cape has had a second chance, according to the Afrikaans Trade Institute and it is now crucial that everyone tighten their personal security protocols in the fight against Covid-19.
AHi CEO Dr. Willie Cilliers welcomed the Cabinet’s decision not to impose restrictions on the Western Cape.
“The Western Cape has also been singled out by the media as a hotspot, but thanks to the swift action of our Prime Minister Alan Winde, there are still no changes to the restriction regulations in the Western Cape,” he said.
He said that, like the rest of the country, the Western Cape could not afford any more restrictions, most especially during the holiday season.
He said that if stricter restrictions were also introduced in the Western Cape, it would possibly mean that wine farms, which are already severely affected by the Covid pandemic and associated restrictions, would suffer even more losses due to non-visitors. would allow them to buy. stock on weekends.
“The restaurant industry now also has an opportunity to recoup some losses, but if earlier curfews are announced it will mean they are wasting precious time where they could generate revenue,” he said.
Cilliers said that the AHi as a whole wants to welcome all tourists to the Western Cape and assure them that the companies are determined to stay together to keep it as safe as possible in this area.
“As a country, we must unite not only to stop the pandemic, but also to help struggling economic sectors. Please support local shops and restaurants in the towns you go on vacation to, but stay within the measures. prescribed, “he said. urged.
On Thursday, Ramaphosa declared the Nelson Mandela Bay subway as a Covid-19 hotspot. In addition, it implemented strict security protocols, including a curfew and restrictions on the sale of alcohol.
“We look forward to welcoming the minister here and offer our full cooperation to combat a second wave of the virus,” Cilliers said.
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