Covid-19 recoveries in South Africa now stands at 647 833

As of yesterday, 27 October, the total number of detected Covid-19 cases is 717 851 with 1 092 new cases identified since the last report.

The cumulative number of tests conducted to date is 4 726 875 with 17 472 new tests conducted.

The Department of Health reports 45 new Covid-19 related deaths:

• 10 from Eastern Cape
• 4 from Gauteng
• 12 from Free State
• 5 from KwaZulu Natal
• 3 from Mpumalanga
• 11 from Western Cape

This brings the total number of Covid-19 related deaths to 19 053.

Covid-19 recoveries in South Africa now stands at 647 833 which translates to a current recovery rate of 90%.

Maintaining regular hand hygiene is important in preventing the spread of #COVID19. Wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. pic.twitter.com/yYYu1edM6m

— Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) October 27, 2020

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