Coronavirusupdate “When they test negative, they will be free to return to SA because then, they will have been cleared of the virus.”
A Zimbabwean health worker wears a protective suit during a training exercise aimed at preparing workers to deal with any potential coronavirus cases. On Friday Egypt announced the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Africa.An interministerial committee including health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize, Aron Motsoaledi and Lindiwe Zulu on Sunday addressed the country on plans to repatriate South Africans living in China amid the coronavirus outbreak.
“When they test negative, they will be free to return to SA because then, they will have been cleared of the virus. The others will also test and hopefully they will be returning without any restrictions.”The minister said the repatriations are not necessary but are being carried out in response to requests made by 151 of the 201 locals who are based in Wuhan. He said the number fluctuates as some want to return, while others have indicated otherwise.
The quarantine will happen over 21 days and will take place in three phases: evacuation, quarantine and reunification.84 sites have been identified by the government as quarantine zones and after careful consideration, experts will decide which one will be used.
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