Media Statement
15 April 2021
As of today the cumulative number of COVID-19 cases for South Africa is 1 562 931.
Testing Data:
The number of tests conducted to date is 10 259 664. Of these 43 550 tests were completed since the last report.
Deaths and Recoveries
Today, 73 more COVID-19 related deaths have been reported: Eastern Cape 13, Free State 6, Gauteng 16, Kwa-Zulu Natal 20, Limpopo 8, Mpumalanga 4, North West 0, Northern Cape 1 and Western Cape 5, which brings the total to 53 571 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 1 488 060, representing a recovery rate of 95%.
Dr. Zwelini Mkhize
Minister of Health
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