As of 1pm on 4 February, the Western Cape has 9 883 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 268 536 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 248 167 recoveries.
Total confirmed COVID-19 cases |
268 536 |
Total recoveries |
248 167 |
Total deaths |
10 486 |
Total active cases (currently infected patients) |
9883 |
Tests conducted |
1251974 |
Hospitalisations |
2283 with 449 in ICU or high care |
The Western Cape has recorded 49 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 486. 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
Progress on the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine in the Western Cape:
Earlier today, I held my weekly digicon where I detailed the work done to prepare for the Covid-19 vaccination. The full statement is available here: https://coronavirus.westerncape.gov.za/news/progress-rollout-covid-19-vaccination-western-cape