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Cape Town – The Western Cape has recorded two more deaths: a 43-year-old man and a 54-year-old woman, bringing the total number of deaths in the province to 15, Prime Minister Alan Winde said in a statement.
He added that while a notable increase in new infections reflects the increase in tests being carried out in the province, the data indicates that transmission in the communities is increasing. Of the 812 confirmed cases of Covid-19 today, 500 are confirmed local transmission cases.
“We all have a role to play in stopping the spread. The most important thing you can do, for your health and the health of your loved ones, is to stay home.”
“Complying with closure regulations is of utmost importance as it prevents the spread of the virus, ensures that our health systems are not overwhelmed, and protects the sick, the elderly, and the vulnerable. In short, staying home will save lives.” .
Winde implored residents of the Western Province who leave their homes for work, shopping, or medical emergencies to ensure that they wash their hands or use a hand sanitizer, keep a distance of 1.5 meters from anyone else, and use a clean cloth mask.
The provincial government has continued to expand the community assessment process and has so far carried out 62,509 assessments across the Western Cape. A total of 3,195 tests have also been conducted as part of this process.
“Detection and testing, combined with the closure process, hygiene measures and social distancing are the best tools we have in the fight against the coronavirus,” he said.
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** If you think you have been exposed to the Covid-19 virus, call the 24-hour government hotline at 0800 029 999 or go to SA Coronavirus for more information.
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