South Africa records two more COVID-19 deaths

A woman wearing a face mask walks on a downtown street Johannesburg, South Africa, Monday, March 16, 2020.AP Photo/Themba Hadebe).
A woman wearing a face mask walks on a downtown street Johannesburg, South Africa, Monday, March 16, 2020.AP Photo/Themba Hadebe).

South Africa has confirmed two new COVID-19 related deaths, with the total number of fatalities 54, according to South Africa’s Department of Health.

“We convey our condolences to the families and also appreciate the committed health workers,” the Department wrote on Twitter.

The total number of confirmed  COVID-19 cases is currently at 3034,

The total number of confirmed #COVID19 cases in South Africa is 3034. Today we regrettably report 2 new #COVID19 related deaths. We convey our condolences to the families and we urge the public to take preventive measures.