As of 1pm on 5 February, the Western Cape has 9 208 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 269 016 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 249 289 recoveries.
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Total confirmed COVID-19 cases |
269 016 |
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Total recoveries |
249 289 |
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Total deaths |
10 519 |
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Total active cases (currently infected patients) |
9208 |
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Tests conducted |
1256168 |
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Hospitalisations |
2283 with 449 in ICU or high care |
The Western Cape has recorded 33 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 519. We send our condolences to their loved ones at this time.
Additional data is available on the Western Cape Covid-19 data dashboard which also features active cases per sub-district, active cases per 100 000 and 7-day moving averages. Access the data dashboard here: https://coronavirus.westerncape.gov.za/covid-19-dashboard
Weekend safety precautions:
Ahead of the weekend, I want to remind residents that Covid-19 is still with us, and we should all be doing everything possible to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
While we have made significant progress in reducing the numbers of infections, there are still many people in hospital. The new variant is more transmissible, and super spreader events can happen, especially in crowded and enclosed spaces.
If you plan on heading out this weekend ensure that you follow safety protocols to keep yourself and others safe including:
- Wearing your mask properly so that it covers your nose and mouth. If you are visiting the beach, wear your mask when you are not in the water, and ensure you are wearing it in restaurants and other establishments when you are not eating or drinking.
- Washing or sanitising your hands.
- Keeping your distance, avoiding crowds, and enclosed spaces.
- Stay home if you do not feel well.
- Businesses should ensure that their staff and customers are safe by ensuring all the correct protocols are in place.
I also urge residents to drink responsibly and to be safe on our roads.
