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SANDF ropes in Reserve Force to fight the spread of Covid-19

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has called on members of the Reserve Force to assist in the fight against the spread of Covid-19. On Thursday midnight thousands of soldiers and members of the police service were deployed around the country to assist and enforce the president's 21 days nationwide lockdown. The lockdown which came into effect on March 16 is expected to end on April 16. To date, South Africa has reported 1187 confirmed cases and one death […]

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Polokwane’s Ranch Restort declared ‘Green Zone’

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared the Ranch Resort in Polokwane a 'Green Zone'. This is where more than 100 South Africans were quarantined since they returned from Wuhan, China, the epicentre of Covid-19 on March 14. The citizens who have been at the resort for 14 days have now been released to go and reunite with their families. Addressing the media in Polokwane, Ramaphosa announced that all 112 citizens that were repatriated from the epicentre of the virus, have tested […]

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Confirmed cases of Covid-19 stand at 1187

The total number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 in South Africa stand at 1187. This was revealed by the Health Ministry in a statement on Saturday. Minister of Health Dr Zweli Mkhize has stressed that the increase by just 17 cases from Friday's 1170 is not an indication of a reduction in the number of infections but a mere reflection of positive results that were received and ready for reporting. The provincial breakdown is as follows: GAUTENG 533 WESTERN CAPE […]

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Covid-19 patient arrested in Limpopo

A man who tested for Covid-19 and refused to self quarantine but instead traveled to Limpopo, has been arrested. In a statement, the Limpopo Health Department revealed that the man had tested for the virus in Gauteng  but when his results came out positive, tracers were unable to locate him. The patient was subsequently found and arrested in Limpopo. Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba had earlier in the week urged Limpopo residents to remain in Gauteng and other provinces, to […]

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Fuel prices to drop significantly in April

South African motorists will benefit from record fuel price decreases in April, according to the Automobile Association. The Association has attributed the expected decrease to low demand for oil due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Unleaded 95 petrol is set to drop by R2.18 per litre, with 93 set to decrease by R2.05. Both grades of diesel are expected to decrease by around R1.65, with illuminating paraffin predicted to go down by R1.98. Speaking to Ynews the AA’s Layton Beard said even […]

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Cool apps to keep you busy during the lockdown!

There's more to the lockdown than eating, sleeping and staring at the wall. Apart from social media, your cellphone is your best friend during the lockdown, so grab your phone and check out some of these cool apps. 1. TikTok If you haven't jumped on it, you are sleeping on the job! This video-sharing app caters for all sorts of family fun. Create your own parodies, dance videos, join global challenges and catch up on what your favs are up to […]

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Nasty C signs to Def Jam Records | There He Goes!

From South Africa, to the world! The rapper has proven to us that he really is "A Zulu Man With Some Power." 23 year-old award-winning rapper, Nasty C, has made a global footprint and signed with Def Jam Recordings through a joint venture with Universal Music Africa. He made his official U.S. debut with new hit single, “There They Go”. Nasty C now joins a long list of iconic artists who too are signed with Def Jam records, including Jay Z, Justin […]

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SA Netball president confused on virus contraction

Netball South Africa President Cecilia Molokwane has been unable to place where she could have contracted Covid-19. On Tuesday 24 March, Netball South Africa announced in a statement that Molokwane had tested positive after her work travels between the United Kingdom and Scotland, earlier this month. In an interview on YSports, Molokwane revealed that she had travelled to the UK with Netball SA CEO Blanche de la Guerre and was in close contact with her during the trip. de la […]

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SA confirms first two deaths from Covid-19

South Africa has recorded its first two deaths from COVID-19. Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize revealed this in a statement on Friday morning. "this morning, we wake South Africans up with sad news that we have our first deaths resulting from Covid-19" said Mkhize. Today marks day 1 of the 21 day national lockdown announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in an effort to curb the rapid spread of the deadly virus. Mkhize has committed to give further details on the […]

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