On Friday morning, South Africa was standing at 150 confirmed cases of Covid-19.
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says most patients who have tested positive for Covid-19 are recovering.
Mkhize told the doctors that 60% to 70% of South Africa are likely to contract the virus, though hopefully over a more extended period of time than if containment measures were not in place. He predicted a jump to more than 200 confirmed cases by Friday morning and South Africa will be able to radically increase its testing capacity soon.
A 23-year-old male with no contact details on lab form, information being obtained from the private doctor.
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