Mkhize announces 82 more Covid-19 deaths
The total number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in South Africa is 52,991 as of today.
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize. Picture: Jacques Nelles
As of Tuesday, 9 June 2020, the cumulative number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in South Africa is 52,991.
A total of 968,070 tests have been conducted cumulatively of which 25,012 were conducted since the last report.
“Regrettably, we report a further 82 Covid-19 related deaths: 61 from Western Cape, 11 from the Eastern Cape, and 10 from Gauteng Province,” Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said.
“This brings the total national deaths to 1,162 with a mortality rate of 2,2%.
“We extend our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the healthcare workers who treated the deceased,” he added.
The recoveries to date are 29,006 – this translates to a recovery rate of 54,8%.
As of today, the cumulative number of confirmed #COVID19 cases is 52 991, the total number of deaths is 1162 and the recoveries to date are 29 006. pic.twitter.com/QIK3f9DGLg
— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) June 9, 2020
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