COVID-19 cases in South Africa: Hospital admissions on the rise
Hospital admissions have increased by 101 to 4 502 since the last reporting cycle.
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Anti-vax employees can be suspended, says CCMA in second ruling
Anti-vaxxers face an uphill battle at the CCMA.
Technology
Spotify to prefix COVID-19 content with disclaimer, Joe Rogan reacts
Spotify chose Joe Rogan in the ‘dog fight’ about COVID-19 misinformation.
News
Elton John tests positive for COVID-19, cancels shows
The 74-year-old confirmed he’s experiencing mild symptoms.
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SIU report into COVID-19 tender fraud released: Here’s what we know
The investigation of some 4549 contracts have been completed with at least 2803 of these found to be irregular.
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South Africa extends COVID-19 National State of Disaster
The extension will run until mid-February 2022.
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Gauteng exits COVID-19 fourth wave
This was announced by Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla.
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South Africa’s COVID-19 positivity rate on a steady decline
The NICD believe South Africa has overcome the worst of Omicron.
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SA to close border post vaccination sites this month
The department has reiterated that vaccines remain the most effective weapon against severe COVID-19 illness
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South African and UK hospitalisation data: What it tells us about how deadly omicron is
Recent official South African medical reports and countrywide COVID data have indicated that since early November, when omicron was first detected, COVID cases substantially increased. However, most patients had, at worst, mild symptoms, and cases are now in steep decline. These observations substantially differ from the previous waves, including those attributed to the delta variant. Reporters also stated that
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South Africa has changed tack on tackling COVID: why it makes sense
The latest announcements mark a significant departure in the way forward.
News
DJ Kay Slay could fall to COVID-19: Here’s what we know
DJ Kay Slay is reportedly in critical condition and things aren’t looking good.
Travel
Oudtshoorn Cango Caves closed off to public access
The decision was made after a number of staff members tested positive for COVID-19.
News
Minnie Dlamini-Jones reportedly recovering from COVID-19
Minnie Dlamini-Jones has been in quarantine due to a reported COVID-19 infection.
Lifestyle
MTN to implement mandatory vaccination for staff from January 2022
Exemptions will be considered but only in special cases, MTN said.
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Omicron variant factsheet on transmissibility, severity, effectiveness of vaccines
Here’s what the global science community knows about the Omicron variant at this time.
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Mandatory vaccinations on the way: Here’s how South Africans reacted
Mandatory vaccinations will be enforced on certain industries and locations, the government confirmed.
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B.1.1.529 variant factsheet: Here’s what South Africa knows right now
Here is a comprehensive factsheet on the B.1.1.529 variant.
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Scientists: B.1.1.529 variant 500% more infectious than Delta
The B.1.1.529 variant is outpacing Delta and Beta in its spread, less than a month since it was discovered.
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B.1.1.529 variant in SA: Is lockdown on the cards? – Here’s the latest
High-level meetings taking place this weekend will determine whether the B.1.1.529 will bring along harsh lockdowns for South Africa.
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COVID-19 ‘super variant’ discovered in South Africa: Here’s what we know
The B.1.1.529 COVID-19 variant has 32 mutations in its spike protein, the most of any variant thus far.
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Watch: Anti-vax protesters clash with police in Muizenberg [video]
Nine anti-vax protesters were arrested for not wearing face masks.
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COVID-19 update: New cases per province on Friday 3 December 2021
Here is a look at the latest COVID-19 update on new cases per province.
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SA’s 12-17 cohort can now get vaccinated: Here’s what we know
The 12-17 cohort can now get vaccinated and no consent is required from parents.
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Vaccine certificate: Here’s a guide on how to claim your ‘vax pass’
Here’s a complete guide on how to obtain your vaccine certificate.
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Vaccine passports are here: This is what Ramaphosa revealed
Vaccine passports will get you into restaurants, gyms, stadiums and on flights. Here’s what Ramaphosa revealed.
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Vaccine passports: These countries plan on introducing the ‘vax ID’
South Africa is not the only country toggling with the idea of introducing vaccine passports
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J&J proposes vaccine ‘booster’ trial In South Africa
Johnson & Johnson may host a COVID-19 booster shot trial in South Africa.
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Ramaphosa to address the nation: Here’s what to expect
It’s believed lockdown restrictions will be eased.
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SA divide on vaccines amid introduction of ‘vax’ policies
No vaccines has dominated discussions about inoculations. Here’s a breakdown of the week’s trending topic.