President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences, as the number of COVID-19 related deaths in South Africa has surpassed the 1000 mark.
As of June 8, the national COVID-19 death toll stands at 1080. South Africa also recorded a staggering 50 879 confirmed cases and 26 099 recoveries.
“I would like to offer my condolences to all South Africans who have lost someone they love, and wish them strength, courage and hope in the days ahead. We should take this moment to remind ourselves that the coronavirus presents a real danger to all of us. While it may be an invisible enemy, it is nevertheless deadly.”
In the weeks and months ahead, Ramaphosa says the government will continue to take whatever action is necessary to safeguard the lives of South Africans.
“While our country has had sufficient capacity to cope with the rate of infection so far, we continue to monitor the situation closely. If necessary, we will impose a higher alert level in specific parts of the country to prevent a rapid increase in cases.”
Therefore, Ramaphosa says it is crucial that all South Africans adhere to the restrictions that remain in place. As well as continue to take the basic precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
“These precautions remain our best defence against the coronavirus and are necessary to save lives. We all need to play our part in the fight against the coronavirus.”
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