South africas coronavirus cases jump to 85
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the South African National Department of Health, as of March 5, 2020, South Africa has reported 85 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Here's a breakdown of the cases:
- 85 confirmed cases
- 3 deaths
- 14 recoveries
The majority of the cases are in the Western Cape province, with 44 cases reported. The other provinces with reported cases are Gauteng (21), KwaZulu-Natal (10), Eastern Cape (5), and Limpopo (5).
The South African government has taken several measures to contain the spread of the virus, including:
- Implementing travel restrictions, including a ban on travel to and from high-risk countries
- Increasing testing capacity and availability
- Enhancing contact tracing and surveillance
- Providing personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers
- Encouraging social distancing and good hygiene practices
The government has also activated its National State of Disaster, which allows for the mobilization of resources and coordination of efforts to combat the pandemic.
It's essential for the public to remain vigilant and follow the guidelines and recommendations provided by the government and health authorities to prevent the spread of the virus.