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Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19) 1.1 At its virtual meeting held on Wednesday, 10 June 2020, Cabinet received an updated report from the Natio...

Dear Fellow South African,

Most people will have noticed that the number of confi­rmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa has been rising fast. More than a half of all cases since the start of the outbreak were recorded in the last two weeks.

During the course of this coming week, we can expect that the total number of cases will pass the 50,000 mark. Sadly, we are also likely to record the 1,000th death from this devastating disease.

Today is the International Day for Protection of Children, which is commemorated around the world to draw attention to children’s rights and welfare. Fittingly, it is also the UN Global Day of Parents, honouring the commitment of parents and caregivers to the wellbeing of children.

It is 25 days since South Africa began a nation-wide lock down to contain the spread of the coronavirus. It has demanded of you great fortitude and endurance.
It has caused you much suffering and required much sacrifice.

The following are a selection of highlights of the statement which was issued after a video conference extended session of the ANC National Working Committee which included all NEC Members and Provinces, held on 20 April 2020 on the Covid 19 pandemic: (Please read the full statement as released on 20 April 2020)

Announcements regarding the lockdown by the extended NWC.