After approximately six months of a Covid-19 enforced hiatus, the government has granted permission for all football activities to resume immediately.
This is according to the South African Football Association (Safa), which released a statement on October 12.
However, the government has warned the public to stay vigilant and cautious as the pandemic is still lingering.
Safa CEO Tebogo Motlanthe said the greenlight given to football to resume was welcome news for the public and football stakeholders.
“We are happy that football will now resume, but our members must monitor and ensure teams follow strict health protocols.
“All Safa health and safety directives must be followed so we avoid any possible spike of Covid-19 cases,’’ explained Motlanthe.
Among other things clubs need to take care of are:
• The appointment of a compliance officer.
• Daily screening of Covid-19 symptoms.
• Trying as much as possible to observe Covid-19 social distancing.
• Sanitising and regular washing of hands.
• Wearing of masks as much as possible at any given time, except when training is in session.
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