Media Statement
3 April 2021


As of today the cumulative number of COVID-19 cases for South Africa is
1 551 501.

Testing Data:
The cumulative total of tests conducted is 9 956 086 with 16 391 tests completed since the last report.

Deaths and Recoveries
Today, 8 more COVID-19 related deaths have been reported: Eastern Cape 0, Free State 3, Gauteng 1, Kwa-Zulu Natal 2, Limpopo 0, Mpumalanga 0, North West 0, Northern Cape 1 and Western Cape 1;  this brings the total to 52 954 deaths.


We convey our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the health care workers who treated the deceased.

Our cumulative recoveries today stand at 1 476 605, representing a recovery rate of 95%.

Vaccination Rollout
The number of health care workers vaccinated under the Sisonke Protocol remains 269 102.


Dr Zwelini Mkhize
Minister of Health



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