CAPE TOWN- Two more Covid-19 related deaths have been recorded in South Africa, bringing the total to 27 , while infections now stand at 2272, an increase of 99.
Health minister Zweli Mkhize made the announcement during a live zoom public engagement to deal with technical aspects relating to COVID-19 response.
The latest victims include a 68-year-old male from the Western Cape with underlying conditions and a 58-year-old male from Gauteng.
As at today there have been 2272 #COVID19 positive cases, the death toll is now 27
A total of 83 663 tests have been done.— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) April 13, 2020
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