The Gauteng Department of Health has assured residents who live near quarantine sites that they are not at risk of being infected with Covid-19.
The department made the announcement on Monday after many community members who live where these quarantine sites raised their fears and concerns.
She also said the sites serve to host those that tested positive for Covid-19 but cannot quarantine at home. "Once people are cleared of the coronavirus, after waiting for a minimum period of 14 days and have undergone testing, they are then released back into their communities
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