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Prof Madhi was speaking on Monday during a leadership dialogue hosted by WitsBusinessSchool.

Prior predictions suggested the third wave would be arriving towards the winter months (June onwards).

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In other Covid-related news,Briefly.co.zarecently reported thatPresident Cyril Ramaphosa moved the country to Alert Level One.

Curfew was moved from midnight to 4am and alcohol sales will now return to normal.

According to Ramaphosa, alcohol will be on sale as normal except during the hours of curfew.

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Although the sale of alcohol is now allowed, the President mentioned that nightclubs would remain closed.

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Source: Briefly News

Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.

Reeshni has a passion for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues.