Media Statement
24 November 2020
As of today, the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases is 772 252 with 2 493 new cases identified since the last report.
| Province | Total cases for 24 November 2020 | Percentage total |
| Eastern Cape | 120052 | 15,5 |
| Free State | 58812 | 7,6 |
| Gauteng | 233343 | 30,2 |
| KwaZulu-Natal | 126290 | 16,4 |
| Limpopo | 18420 | 2,4 |
| Mpumalanga | 31121 | 4,0 |
| North West | 34640 | 4,5 |
| Northern Cape | 23003 | 3,0 |
| Western Cape | 126571 | 16,4 |
| Unknown | 0 | 0,0 |
| Total | 772252 | 100,0 |
The cumulative number of tests conducted to date is 5 325 631 with 20 288 new tests conducted since the last report.
Total Deaths and Recoveries
Regrettably, 115 more COVID-19 related deaths have been reported: Eastern Cape 45, Free State 20, Gauteng 19, Kwa-Zulu Natal 10, Northern Cape 5 and Western Cape 16.
This brings the total to 21 083 deaths
We extend our condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the healthcare workers that treated the deceased patients.
Our recoveries now stand at 716 444 which translates to a recovery rate of 92,8%
Dr. Zwelini Mkhize
Minister of Health
ENDS…
