All events in KwaZulu-Natal have been cancelled as a preventative measure to get a hold on a resurgence in COVID-19 cases. Events along the Garden Route have also been cancelled.
Government said the province can not afford to host big gatherings that might become super spreader events.
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‘The government understands the social and economic impact of not hosting major events at popular locations in the province during the festive season, however, it is the view of the government that [the] lives of our citizens matter and need to be protected,’ the Cabinet said according to IOL.
‘People are encouraged to visit and enjoy the province of KwaZulu-Natal, they can hold small family activities without compromising the disaster management regulations.’
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Health, Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu encouraged residents to shield the vulnerable members of society, and to comply with mask-wearing, good hygiene and responsible socialising in a statement.
KwaZulu-Natal has had a total of 128,697 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with 6,212 active cases as on December 2.
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