As the country observes Mandela Month, the Department of Water and Sanitation has reiterated the call upon South Africans to take part in the Clear Rivers Campaign, to protect water resources and keep them pollution-free at all times.
While there is no one specific treatment or preventative measure against COVID-19, a Johannesburg based doctor is advising people to stick to a healthy diet, good rest and exercising within the limits of regulations.
The South African National Aids Council (SANAC) Inter-Ministerial Committee has resolved to increase communication in relation to COVID-19, HIV and TB.
Following the return to service of four generation units, no load shedding is expected for the rest of the week, says Eskom.
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is working hard to ensure there is a teacher in every classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the virus continues to spread rapidly.
The DBE is calling on all unemployed teachers to register on the National Recruitment Database (NRD) for temporary employment as substitute educators in a public school.
“The length of the appointment will depend on the needs of the school you’re appointed in,” the department said.
Remuneration will be per the conditions of the State.
South Africa has recorded 13 172 new COVID-19 cases bringing a cumulative total to 324 221 on Thursday, Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, said.
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has urged taxi operators to adhere to the regulations set out for public transport in order to protect themselves and passengers from Coronavirus.
The East London, George and Kimberley domestic airports will resume operations on 21 July 2020, after getting the green light from the Department of Transport.
Distressed taxi operators will breathe a sigh of relief at learning that banks are offering the economically-strained industry a much-needed reprieve in the form of payment holidays.
Staff in the Office of the North West Premier have all tested negative for COVID-19.
