The mayor has called for an investigation into the Champions League match between Liverpool and Atletico Madrid to determine if it contributed to the spread of the COVID-19 in the city.

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation on Thursday evening and announced lockdown regulations. He also confirmed the deployment of additional SANDF soldiers.

The President has shed light on why he deployed thousands of additional military personnel on South African streets.

The WHO have said that South Africa’s efforts to stem the spread of the virus has been among some of the best in the world.

Truly a tale of two countries, the meeting between two world leaders is reported to have been “very productive”.

South Africa recorded a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases on Thursday, with the death toll also increasing by ten.

There is no change made as yet to the scheduled start date of the 2020 ICC T20 World Cup.

Without any alteration to chords or syllables, Miriam Makeba’s, ‘Pata Pata’ will be re-released by UNICEF on Thursday 23 April.

Dis-Chem has been referred to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution over its unlawful price inflation during lockdown.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is the holy month of fasting, spiritual reflection and prayer for Muslims. This year, it begins on 23 April and ends on 23 May 2020.

Health authorities suspect that the Western Cape will have the highest amount of COVID-19 cases in the country, in a matter of days.

Following on from Cyril Ramaphosa’s address on Tuesday, the National Treasury have announced a further set of newly-introduced tax breaks.

Unions aren’t happy that frontline workers were excluded from the president’s relief scheme, and are now threatening drastic action.

Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation about lockdown via a TV and live stream broadcast on Thursday 23 April – but what time can we expect him to start?

Chris Woakes is one of the players who fell ill during England’s recent tour to South Africa.

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced that COVID-19 cases in South Africa increased by 170 on Wednesday. The death toll has increased by seven.

The Gauteng Health Department has issued out a mapped breakdown of the province’s coronavirus hotspots.

According to Denosa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has failed to address the needs of nurses in his lockdown relief plan.

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has confirmed an increase of the province’s COVID-19 death toll.

A new test developed promises to significantly reduce waiting time for COVID-19 results and will be available in June.

WhatsApp has launched a new sticker pack, in conjunction with the World Health Organisation (WHO), to help spread key health messaging. Introducing “Together at Home”.

Recent data shows four times more water is now flowing over Victoria Falls than at this time last year.

The ICRC said a lack of preparation could result in little understanding of who died from COVID-19 and where the body was taken.

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Lechesa Tsenoli said Ramaphosa usually notifies the speakers when making a decision regarding the SANDF.

All signs indicate that South Africa is set to ease its lockdown rules. But as we shift from a hard lockdown to a softer version, what is likely to change?

The ‘care’ emoji will start appearing in Facebook’s main app this week, while the Messenger’s emoji was rolled out on 17 April 2020.

The president on 21 April 2020 announced that a historic financial package to deal with the socio-economic impact of COVID-19. The financial package is notable in its size as well as the scope of its proposed purpose.

Cometh the hour, cometh the president… eventually. Cyril Ramaphosa has plotted a course for South Africa’s economic recovery this evening.

Ramaphosa has deployed several more wings of the SANDF to assist with crime fighting. Expect to see more boots on the ground.

Against the backdrop of increasing anxiety, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a series of economic interventions on Tuesday 21 April 2020.

President Cyril Ramaphosa, after much deliberation, decided on an economic stimulus package of R500 billion – 10% of the GDP.

Ramaphosa announced a relief package of R500 billion to ensure the recovery of areas affected by the current crisis facing the country.

The video acknowledges the City of Cape Town’s essential service staff members on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced that COVID-19 cases in South Africa increased by 165 on Tuesday 21 April.

What a beautiful message! Tsogo Sun deserves a Bells, once we’re allowed to buy alcohol again.

SA Rugby hopes that a Industry Financial Impact Plan will help the professional game survive the long months of lockdown.

Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has outlined a preliminary plan for informal settlement residents to be relocated to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The void left by those dizzy days of partying in the sun won’t be easy to fill, but you can lend a hand to those in need with these streams.

There are rumours as to which age bracket has the most positive COVID-19 cases and then there are facts straight from the health department.

Staff at an old age home in Durban have been put between a rock and a hard place by the decision to only allow live-in carers to work during lockdown

JPOMA submitted a relief proposal to Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Geoffrey Makhubo, on 6 April 2020.

Data collected from more than 100 million public messages suggests that South Africa is curbing the spread of fake news pertaining to COVID-19.

The Ahmed Al-Kadi Private Hospital in Durban confirmed that a pregnant woman who tested positive for COVID-19, gave birth to a baby that also tested positive.

Unlike the chickens we can no longer purchase during lockdown, Trade and Industry Minister Ebrahim Patel knew he was going to get roasted.

COVID-19 testing capacity has increased in South Africa as promised — but with that comes an increase in positive cases.

When Ramaphosa drops that ‘fellow South Africans’ line, our people fear that a lockdown extension is on the horizon. Here are the arguments for both sides.

Due to overcrowding, prisons are considered volatile hotbeds of infection.

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced that COVID-19 cases in South Africa have increased by 142 as of Monday 20 April.

A nurse at a Manzini hospital has tested positive for COVID-19 with the government of Eswatini under fire for failing to protect healthcare workers.

When viewing the statistics, South Africans should be aware of the differences between cumulative totals and active infections.

The COVID-19 crisis has the potential to crush South Africa’s SMEs, but we can save small businesses if we act fast.

The deadly disease continues to claim lives as it sweeps through country. Here are the latest coronavirus figures for South Africa on Sunday 19 April.

Bheki Cele condemned acts of criminality by “a small percentage of members” and welcomed the arrest of these officers.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala says that Durban cannot continue to operate as if it was business as usual during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says one more person has died in the province from complications related to COVID-19.

Mashaba says the looting of stores that has been prevalent during the lockdown period is driven by desperation.

Siya Kolisi has launched a foundation which has donated protective gear to South African hospitals.

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that South Africa’s COVID-19 infections continue to rise with 251 additional cases reported.

The council recommended a risk-adjusted approach to the resumption of economic activity at the completion of the COVID-19 lockdown period.

A group of concerned African politicians has called for an investigation in to claims of xenophobia against the continent’s nationals in China.

The United Nations’ ‘Solidarity Flight’ is set to visit African countries to supply much-needed medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gauteng has confirmed that 1 018 positive COVID-19 cases have now been logged in the province, with Johannesburg leading the charge.

Criminals across South Africa are using COVID-19 fears to gain access to people’s homes.

Cases increased to 2 783 on Friday evening, and deaths have gone up by two since Thursday 16 April, Mkhize announced

The most popular search on Google in South Africa currently is ‘Thank you coronavirus helpers’. Here’s why.

More misconduct allegations have been levelled against members of the police force during the lockdown period.

Facebook has announced another step the company is taking to combat the spread of harmful hoaxes and misinformation about COVID-19 on its platforms.

A Department of Basic Education draft proposal allegedly states that some pupils could return to school as early as 6 May.

The coronavirus outbreak has claimed another major sports event.

In addition to the increased recovery rate, government is steadily improving its testing capacity, too.

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced that COVID-19 cases in South Africa increased by 99 on Thursday 16 April.

While the King of eSwatini remains ‘in good health’, the kingdom has announced its first COVID-19 death on Thursday 16 April.

The BCCI cannot put any date on the staging of the next Indian Premier League tournament after the world’s largest lockdown was extended until 3 May.

The absence of King Mswati III from public life continues to be a bone of contention in the tiny Kingdom of Eswatini.

The local 10111 service in Cape Town could be out of action until the weekend, after COVID-19 struck down two employees at the call centre.

The country’s largest political parties have denied commissioning branded face masks.

Deputy Mayor Polelo Mohale will be asked to account for his recent comments regarding COVID-19 in the Eastern Cape.

COVID-19 cases in South Africa have climbed to 2 506, with seven more deaths reported since Tuesday 14 April.

Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Multichoice announced a strategic partnership between football and government in the fight against COVID-19.

The billionaire entrepreneur said that funds should reach areas most in need of support, including vulnerable groups and small business.

The SANDF says it is preparing for the worst, gearing up military hospitals to ensure they can cope with an outbreak.

Netcare Kingsway Hospital has been forced to halt admissions and close two units.

The worst may still be on the horizon, according to the South African Cemeteries Association.

Liquor stores remain under seige during the lockdown, as looting continues to rage on.

A concerning number of inmates and prison officials have tested positive for the deadly virus at the East London Correctional Centre.

Speaking on Tuesday afternoon, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced the largest increase in positive cases during the lockdown period.

Dr Zweli Mkhize and Professor Abdul Karim gave an update on Monday 13 April 2020 regarding South Africa’s COVID-19 response. Here’s why the next week is crucial.

Will we encounter another lockdown extension? That’s the burning question. Newly released data shows that it depends solely on the numbers.

We can’t avoid the worst which is still to come, but here’s how South Africa can best prepare…

The number of South African cases of COVID-19 increased by 99 to 2 272 on Monday 13 April, with deaths increasing to 27.

Gauteng has made some notable headway in terms of COVID-19 recoveries.

Reports coming out of the Kingdom of Eswatini suggest that King Mswati III is critically ill having been hospitalised with COVID-19.

Gauteng community safety MEC says a total of six truckloads of liquor were confiscated in a police stop on Monday.

South Africa recorded its highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases in a day since the lockdown began.

Recent reports have painted a grim picture of South African prison’s preparedness for the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The number of coronavirus cases in South Africa has risen by 25, with one more death confirmed.

The SANDF has been deployed to enforce COVID-19 lockdown regulations on South African streets.

Gauteng Premier David Makhura said he is grateful for the 157 COVID-19 recoveries in the province, despite 801 confirmed cases.

President Cyril Ramaphosa, during a Good Friday liturgy, assured South Africans that we will overcome the coronavirus pandemic.

The health minister asked South Africans to make or buy cloth face masks and not use surgical masks as they are reserved as personal protective equipment for healthcare workers.