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Cape Town in the news: More health workers infected with COVID-19 in S. Africa: Cape Town, March 29 : South Africa has seen a growing number of health workers infected with COVID-19, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said. As of Saturday night, the country has reported 1,187 cases, an …: “Cape Town” – BingNews Steve Smith’s …
AU maps out plan to combat COVID-19: In his capacity as the African Union Chair, President Cyril Ramaphosa, will today hold a teleconference with the members of the AU Bureau to coordinate the continent’s approach to the Coronavirus pandemic. : SAnews – South African News keamo Pray for South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa has invited …
Cape Town in the news: Elderly Cape Town couple’s dream cruise turns into Covid-19 nightmare: Cape Town – A Cape Town couple is among 40 South Africans currently stuck in Rome, after their cruise took a turn for the worse amid the global Covid-19 pandemic. Ivan Carr (77) and Pamela Carr (71) …: “Cape Town” …
SA tests drugs for COVID-19 treatment: A number of existing drugs are being re-purposed and tested for efficacy of the potential treatment for the Coronavirus (COVID-19). : SAnews – South African News nosihle All systems go for early social grant payments: Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu says the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is …
R1.2bn set aside to address effects of COVID-19: Agriculture Minister Thoko Didiza says her department has set aside a package of R1.2 billion to address the effects of the Coronavirus and to ensure sustainable food production during and after the pandemic. : SAnews – South African News Edwin Divine Restoration Church congregants urged to come …
Cape Town in the news: The Covid-19 crisis for SA’s police: I will have to stay here and do my duty,” said an officer. At Cape Town Central police station, the largest in the city, the station’s management has dug into its sports club funds to buy masks, hand …: “Cape Town” – BingNews South …
Cape Town in the news: COVID-19: Diary events cancelled or postponed: These diary events were cancelled or postponed after pres. Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement on gatherings amid the COVID-19 outbreak. KAMERS/Makers Cape Town (26 – 29 March) is postponed – not cancelled …: “Cape Town” – BingNews SA on coronavirus lockdown: Read President Cyril Ramaphosa’s full …
COVID-19 cases rise to 402: South Africa has 402 confirmed cases of COVID-19, an increase of 128 from Sunday’s announcement. : SAnews – South African News keamo Business commits resources to COVID-19: The South African business community has mobilised to combine its resources as a way of limiting the economic, social and health impact of …
Cape Town in the news: I’ve been struggling with Covid-19 for 14 days, says swimmer Cameron van den Burgh: CAPE TOWN – Retired South African Olympic swimmer Cameron van den Burgh on Sunday announced that he tested positive for the coronavirus. Van den Burgh, who retired from competitive swimming in …: “Cape Town” – BingNews …
SASSA pays April 2020 grants earlier amid Covid19: The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will pay social grants to older persons and persons with disabilities from 30 and 31 March 2020. : SAnews – South African News keamo President meets with business on Coronavirus impact: President Cyril Ramaphosa will meet with business leaders to …
Access all COVID-19 facts via WhatsApp: The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a messaging service – WHO Health Alert – with partners, WhatsApp and Facebook to keep people safe from Coronavirus. : SAnews – South African News keamo National School of Government suspends training sessions: Public Service and Administration Minister Senzo Mchunu has suspended …
Cape Town in the news: Covid-19: Housing activists call for halt to evictions: Mogoeng’s statement came a few days after an eviction that was carried out by the City of Cape Town in Zweledinga informal settlement in Khayelitsha where about 40 shacks were demolished. The City …: “Cape Town” – BingNews The sun has set …
COVID-19 cases rise to 240: As of Saturday 21 March 2020, South Africa now has 240 confirmed cases of COVID-19. : SAnews – South African News keamo Calls to minimize Coronavirus spread this Human Rights Day: President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished all South Africans a reflective national Human Rights Day and called on all citizens …
Cape Town in the news: COVID-19 restrictions will destroy one of my businesses – Bob’s Bar owner: CAPE TOWN – With last rounds at 6pm, the notorious Bob’s Bar on Long Street has been forced to close its doors… for now. New regulations have been implemented to curb the spread of the coronavirus.: “Cape Town” …
NCOP called to educate communities on COVID-19: Deputy Health Minister, Joe Phaahla, has urged the National Council of Province (NCOP) members to use Parliament’s recess to educate their constituencies about COVID-19 and how to curb the spread of the virus. : SAnews – South African News Priscilla Government to erect R37m fence at Beitbridge border: …
Cape Town in the news: Western Cape government will collaborate with private health sector to fight Covid-19: MyCiTi staff will also try to limit the number of standing passengers on buses. In a media release sent out by the City of Cape Town on 17 March, commuters were advised to avoid full or overcrowded …: …
Cape Town in the news: Covid-19: DA calls for loan repayment reprieve for businesses: Cape Town – The Democratic Alliance’s interim leader John Steenhuisen on Tuesday said that the party would call on President Cyril Ramaphosa to implement relief measures for businesses to help them …: “Cape Town” – BingNews Cape Town harbour hit by …
Minister confirms 85 new cases of COVID-19: The Minister of Health, Zweli Mkhize, has announced that the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in South Africa has increased by 23. : SAnews – South African News Janine Click here to submit your Cape Town News – free. Have you tried: Reach Trust for Solar and …
Cape Town in the news: LIVESTREAM: Mbalula gives update on travel ban amid COVID-19 fears: Productions cancelled New date: TBA AfrikaBurn Status: Cancelled Original date: 27 April – 3 May New date: TBA South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas) Cape Town International Jazz Festival …: “Cape Town” – BingNews AIDAmira Held at Cape Town …
Courts to put in measures to fight COVID-19: Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng says courts around the country will beef up sanitation in a bid to ensure that access to justice is not hindered by COVID-19. : SAnews – South African News keamo COVID-19: Passenger liner under investigation in Cape Town: The Transnet National Ports Authority …
Cape Town in the news: Covid-19 sinks Cape Town aquarium for first time since Christmas 1996: The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town says it is closing for the first time in 23 years because of the coronavirus disaster. In a statement on Tuesday, CEO Michael Farquhar said the closure would begin …: “Cape Town” …
Cape Town in the news: Spotlight: Sub-Saharan Africa records over 100 COVID-19 cases with S. Africa most affected: CAPE TOWN, March 16 (Xinhua) — The number of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases has passed 100 in the Sub-Saharan African region, where more than 20 countries have reported cases and …: “Cape Town” – BingNews …
Cape Town in the news: Stomers coach John Dobson: COVID-19 will affect poor people job-wise: CAPE TOWN – The sporting fraternity have welcomed the postponement of the Super Rugby tournament due to the coronavirus outbreak. But some have different views and opinions on it. Tournament …: “Cape Town” – BingNews African nations close borders, cancel …
WITS student tests positive for COVID-19: The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has confirmed that a Wits University medicine student has tested positive for COVID-19. : SAnews – South African News sihle Click here to submit your Cape Town News – free. Have you tried: Whale and Dolphin Watching in Algoa Bay? Quick Cape …
WHO: Implement four-pronged strategy to deal with COVID-19: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on all countries to take a comprehensive approach, tailored to their circumstances, in containing the Coronavirus (COVID-19). : SAnews – South African News nosihle Click here to submit your Cape Town News – free. Have you tried: Visiting Port Elizabeth? …
Exceptional COVID-19 cases will close schools: As the number of Coronavirus (COVID-19) patients in South Africa climbed to 17 on Thursday, the Department of Education said schools will only be closed in exceptional cases. : SAnews – South African News sihle SA confirms first local transmission of COVID-19: South Africa has confirmed its first local …
Cape Town in the news: South Africa: W Cape activates COVID-19 Outbreak Response team: The patient is a 36-year-old male in the City of Cape Town. He presented himself to a private healthcare facility with flu-like symptoms and a recent travel history to Europe. Six new cases were …: “Cape Town” – BingNews Concern mounts …
Cape Town in the news: S. Africa reports second confirmed case of COVID-19: CAPE TOWN, March 7 (Xinhua) — South Africa on Saturday reported the second confirmed case of coronavirus, officially named as COVID-19. A 39-year-old woman from Gauteng Province has been diagnosed …: “Cape Town” – BingNews Imbokodo to face familiar foes in Stellenbosch: …
Cape Town in the news: How Covid-19 has impacted the globe – a view from space: 5 March 2020 1:11 PM Near perfect cycling weather expected for Sunday’s 2020 Cape Town Cycle Tour The weather gods seem to be smiling on the 2020 Cape Town Cycle Tour, the world’s largest individually …: “Cape Town” – …
