Prognosis
Virus Surges Faster Than Expected in South Africa’s Economic Hub
- Health Minister Zweli Mkhize urges people to abide by rules
- South Africa reached 144,264 cases, 2,529 deaths Monday
Officials conduct screen people prior to Covid-19 coronavirus testing in Pretoria, on June 11.
Photographer: Phill Magakoe/AFP via Getty Images
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Coronavirus cases in South Africa’s economic heartland are rising more rapidly than expected at about 3,000 new infections a day, and the government may consider imposing tighter restrictions, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said.