Recent documents reveal that the government opted to not follow scientific advisers recommendations ahead of new Covid-19 travel measures. The Congress of South African Trade Unions joins the e-hailing strikes. The Auditor-General reports R189 billion of wasted money by municipalities. Religious groups are concerned over new Covid measures.
In South Africa, three new Covid-19 deaths have been reported, totalling 99,893. The country has 14,230 active cases and a recovery rate of 96.9%.Leaked documents reveal that the government’s latest regulations for managing the coronavirus pandemic are at odds with the recommendations from scientific advisers. The advisory committee recommended getting rid of the Covid-19 testing and screening of all visitors coming to South Africa.
28% of municipalities submitted quality financials for audit purposes, and only 11% received clean audits. The Auditor-General described rampant corruption and mismanagement in many cities because of a lack of funds and poor service delivery. Faith in municipal services has dwindled as they fail to meet the basic needs of their constituents, including providing adequate access to water, sanitation, housing and electricity.
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