The Department of Correctional Services said it has noted a resurgence of positive cases in East London, as 98 inmates test positive for the novel coronavirus. Day47ofLockdown
“The department of correctional services has noted a resurgence of positive cases in East London, wherein 98 sentenced inmates tested positive for Covid-19,” DCS spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo said.
"Additionally, six officials and three inmates were confirmed to be positive in the Western Cape, whilst Kimberly registered one case of an official,” he said. Nxumalo said in a bid to avail immediate expertise in the management of infections, prevention and control measures, the DCS has appointed a medical advisory panel and additional 393 nursing personnel.
“This measure is also aimed at strengthening the capacity of the department in dealing with Covid-19, particularly in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape.”The latest provincial breakdown given by DCS on Monday is as follows:
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