Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has slammed Health Minister Zweli Mkhize ' s statement that the province had a 42% spike in new Covid-19 cases. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has said it was reckless of Health Minister Zweli Mkhize to say the province had seen a 42% increase in new Covid-19 cases. Winde added this was not to be taken lightly, and urged continued compliance with hygiene protocols and social distancing. The Western Cape Health Department has identified specific #COVID19 clusters that are responsible for the increase in cases in that province. He warned the Western Cape government might be forced to borrow money for the first time, given looming budget cuts.

Source: News 24 October 24, 2020 04:17 UTC