Department of social development MEC, Blessing Shongwe, tests positive for Covid-19
Shongwe is currently in self -isolation and will continue to work from home until she is cleared by doctors.
The MEC for Social Development in Mpumalanga Province, Blessing Thandi Shongwe (MPL) tested positive for COVID -19.
The MEC underwent mandatory Covid-19 testing on October 7 as required by the current hospitals admission policy as she was supposed to undergo a scheduled medical procedure to her eye.
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Shongwe is currently in self -isolation and will continue to work from home until she is cleared by doctors. The department of social development spokesperson, Comfort Ngobe, said, “We extend our wishes to all persons currently battling with the virus a speedy recovery. Let us all play our part by giving intense support to those who are fighting the virus.”
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He urged the community to continue observing all health protocols that include the regularly washing of hands, wearing masks and adhering to social distancing protocols. “Working together we will defeat the coronavirus,” he concluded
