As of Monday evening, April 6, the Department of Health confirmed there were a total of 1686 COVID-19 cases in South Africa. This is an increase of 31 cases from the previously reported figures of 1655.
This follows Health Minister of Health, Dr Zweli Mkhize releasing the latest figures on Monday evening.
The provincial breakdown is as follows:
- Gauteng – 713
- Western Cape – 462
- KwaZulu-Natal – 257
- Free State – 89
- Eastern Cape – 32
- Limpopo – 19
- Mpumalanga – 18
- North West – 11
- Northern Cape – 8
- Unallocated – 77
As the number of COVID-19 cases in South Africa increases, the Department of Health said it was with great sadness that yet another death was reported.
“The deceased patient is a 57-year-old man from the Western Cape, who was admitted on April 5. He had co-morbidities that included diabetes, and ischaemic heart disease,” explained Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize in a statement on Monday evening.
Following the death, Dr Mkhize says the department extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased.
“We must also not forget to appreciate the health workers that treated the deceased patient,” Dr Mkhize added.
The current death toll in South Africa now stands at 12.
With 1686 confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa, of which there are 257 confirmed cases in KwaZulu-Natal, how bad is the situation in Newcastle and the Amajuba district?
Has the number of cases increased? Are there more cases than previously reported? Looking for answers, the Newcastillian questioned the Amajuba District Municipality on the matter.
According to the Amajuba District Municipality’s Communications Department, the Amajuba District Municipality does not yet have the exact figures of how many people are affected in the Amajuba District.
However, this does not mean the municipality isn’t doing its part to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in the area.
Currently, the Amajuba District Coronavirus Command Team, led by the District Mayor, Cllr Dr Musa Ngubane, is focusing on information distribution, and distributing sanitisers in various areas.
Over the past few days, a team lead by the Speaker of Amajuba District Municipality, Cllr Phumzile Mgcina, has been visiting rural areas.
The purpose of this exercise is to ensure people have access to information about COVID-19 and the nationwide lockdown.
Dr Ngubane has also visited the Correctional Services’ facilities to monitor and support these facilities in ensuring that the inmates are not easily infected.
Furthermore, a programme to move homeless people from the streets has been implemented to ensure they are not exposed to the virus. The homeless are currently accommodated at Monte Vista.
Dr Ngubane is also on the community radio on a daily basis to share information about COVID-19 and engage with communities.
The Security Cluster is also conducting regular roadblocks to ensure people adhere to the necessary protocols.
While waiting for the confirmation of the exact number of cases in the Amajuba District, residents are urged to abide by the regulations of the lockdown.
Be sure to do your part to curb the spread of COVID-19 and stay at home, unless you require medical treatment or essentials for your homes.
