– As more residents of Gauteng return, the infection rate has increased.
– There are more than 15 000 people with Covid-19 in hospitals around the country.
– 5000 are on oxygen and this is increasing pressure on supplies.
– The infection is being driven by a new variant called 501 V2.
– The new variant spreads faster.
– The new variant does not cause more severe illness.
– A massive program of vaccination must be undertaken.
– Based on consultation, South Africa will remain on adjusted level 3.
– Funerals may not be attended by more than 50 people.
– Curfew is now from 9pm to 5am.
– The sale of alcohol from retail outlets and on-site consumption is still prohibited.
–Â Ramaphosa to close all borders until 15 February.
Please watch the video above this post for more details.
