Briefly.co.zareported that Dlamini-Zuma repeated the call to thanks to all the health workers how are working on the frontline.
Her voice sounded strained and tired.
Additionally, she reported that the rate of infection has dropped in most provinces, except KwaZulu-Natal.
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma gave South Africa an update on lockdown Level 2. Photo credit: Facebook/@DlaminiZumaSource: Facebook
Hospitals are reported higher capacity and a hold has been called on building new field hospitals as a result.
Therefore, the restrictions have been relaxed.
Alcohol and cigarettes
Alcohol sales from permitted outlets between Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm.
All tobacco products will be allowed on sale again as level 2 has no provisions for tobacco products.
She asked South Africans to drink responsibly and not drink and drive.
She did mention briefly that cigarettes are allowed to be sold again.
Friends and family can visit as long as there are no more than 10 people at a time.
Casinos, theatres and cinemas can operate at 50% capacity as long as the health protocols are followed.
She stressed that health protocols and social distancing must be adhered to for avoid a surge in cases.
Airbnb, hotels and guesthouses can operate again at 50% capacity.
Restrictions on beaches and parks have been lifted and water-based activities are also open subject to health protocols.
Spectators and not allowed at sports events and passengers are not allowed on cruise ships.
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