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In a statement on Monday, Tshwane Mayor Randall Williams said the city had continued to witness significant week-on-week increases in the number of active cases.
The president also stressed the importance of keeping the economy open after months of stifling movement restrictions.
He urged citizens not to drop their guard and continue adhering to the health rules, such as wearing face masks and respecting curfew times.
South Africa has recorded just over 800,000 coronavirus infections - more than a third of the cases reported across the African continent - and over 20,000 deaths.
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In summary A study in Orange County reveals a higher prevalence of COVID-19 in minority communities and shows the disparities in health care. By Bernadette Boden-Albala, Special to CalMatters Bernadette Boden-Albala is director and founding dean of the Program in Public Health at UC Irvine, PPHDean@hs.uci.edu. A new study from UC Irvine and the Orange […]
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COVID-19 cases have risen to a total of 298 292, with a further 174 people having succumbed to the deadly virus in the last 24-hours.
The total number of cases reported in SA since March is now up to 583 345, and a total of 11 839 people have died for COVID-19 since the pandemic broke out.
Texas on Wednesday became the first state with more than 1 million confirmed COVID-19 cases, and California closed in on... View Article
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WHAT a low-spirited start to the New Year it has been. All the dark episodes of 2020, with all the grief and death seem to have spilled to 2021 with COVID-19 arguably the worst nightmare. This time, it appears it is more deadly and has a strong appetite to devour judging by the soaring numbers of infections and deaths. After the reckless partying that ushered merrymakers into the New Year, authorities had to act and indeed, the lockdown was the only viable action. The swift reaction by the government to impose a lockdown that includes closure of bars, bottlestores, gyms and other facilities could not have come at a better time. It was timely and life-saving but of course with its own negativity. In the last week alone, Zimbabwe recorded 1 342 COVID-19 cases and 29 deaths, representing the highest number of cases recorded to date. On January 2, 2021, 407 new cases were recorded and eight deaths and such numbers are nothing to ignore. The reality we all feared is with us now. COVID-19 is a killer and is ravaging communities hence the need to stop the recklessness that had taken centre stage. The lockdown will, however, mean nothing if there is no proper enforcement and this time, vigilance is needed by enforcers. Of course we are not saying the military and police should use maximum force that borders on human rights violations like we witnessed last year. Soaring cases, particularly in the last two months have risen to terrifying levels and we have been waiting for the government to act. Government was relaxed in that period with some of its officials posting on their social media platforms pictures of themselves partying, completely oblivious of COVID-19 regulations. That was inexcusable recklessness by Cabinet ministers at a time the people needed to be shepherded into responsible behaviour. As if such carelessness by ministers was not enough, President Emmerson Mnangagwa addressed hundreds of Zanu PF supporters in Chivi, Masvingo province, exposing them to the deadly disease. Well, that is now in the past but the point remains that it is incumbent upon the leadership to lead by example so that the followers will follow responsibly. We also witnessed towards the end of the year a “super-spreader” event in the form of a chaotic MDC-T extraordinary congress and that Thokozani Khupe was immediately taken ill after the indaba. This is no longer a joke and the deaths, some of them of prominent people in the last two days, should be enough lessons for authorities to act responsibly. Thankfully, the lockdown is a step in the right direction. It will, however, come to naught if it ends just as a lockdown without putting in place other measures including availing ventilators in hospitals and improving testing for the virus. In these trying times, we must not forget those in the frontline, the health workers who are daily exposed to COVID-19 as they try to save lives. The government needs to act and provide all the necessary support. It is a fight we must win together, and we will.
A Food and Drug Administration official said medical providers must stay vigilant in detecting allergic reactions in those given coronavirus vaccines after several such reactions were reported.
By Allana J. BarefieldStaff Writer Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke, serving as his surrogate, addressed former Vice President Joe Biden’s plans for the presidency on a conference call recently. O’Rourke is confident that Biden will be able to become President even in the midst of a pandemic. According to Congressman O’Rourke, who was also once a candidate for president, although, numbers are increasing for unemployment and there is a spike with COVID-19 cases but this is the time more than ever for change. “This is unacceptable, and this is clearly a reflection of a lack of leadership that we see in the White House,” O’Rourke said. COVID-19 has had a huge impact on many communities especially in Texas. In Corpus Christi, they have run out of space in the morgue and had to contact FEMA for a morgue trailer. Many people have been feeling hopeless and losing loved ones. O’Rourke also mentioned Congressman Joaquin Castro tweeted to the public that his stepmom passed away from COVID-19. “They are experiencing what no family should have to experience but what so many families across this country are going through right now,” he said. “We send them strength and we send them our love.” O’Rourke, who agrees with Biden that there needs to be a stop to the virus, said it is important to have employees back on their feet. “I’m grateful for the plans that he [Biden] has laid out to address COVID, the sickness, the suffering, and the death that we’re seeing here in my hometown El Paso, across Texas and throughout the United States.” O’Rourke said Biden’s top priority is to keep everyone safe, by developing a vaccine and getting the United States financially stable. Biden plans to invest $700 billion for employees and also stop the pay disparity that is happening towards women. “Especially Black women who are paid 61 cents on the dollar for a white man and Latinos who are paid 53 cents on a dollar for a white man, have equity in their paychecks,” O’Rourke said. Biden also would like critical medical equipment made and purchased under America’s government. He also plans to invest 300 billion dollars for research and development to face challenges like COVID-19 and climate change. “We’ve got to get back at least to where we were,” O’Rourke said. “Where people are employed, where the economy is growing, where no one has to fear going to school or to the supermarket.” O’Rourke envisions Texas, a red state, will secure the Democratic vote in this year’s election. Despite the fact that Biden’s campaign will not be able to travel or knock on doors since the public guidelines said there should be no massive indoor rallies even though President Trump had one in Oklahoma last month. Biden’s campaign has been contacting registered Democrats by phone to inform them about the election. Addressing a source of contention in Black communities across America, O’Rourke said Biden has not announced his running mate but is committed to selecting a woman. “It would be hard for me to see Black women not at the top of the Vice President’s list,” he said. “I ha
Coronavirus cases in U.S. nursing homes are rising rapidly after a June decline due to an increase in cases in the general population, The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) said in a report published Tuesday.
The Agricultural, Food, Fishing and Retail Industry Workers' Union says, over the years, farmworkers have been killed while transported on open trucks.
Each year, The March of Dimes' 'March for Babies' campaign raises funds to support mothers and families who have children that are born prematurely. And even as COVID-19 cases spiral upward locally, Damon Hunter, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., makes a passionate case for why people should donate to the March of […]
Press Release - As of today, the cumulative number of detected COVID-19 cases is 749 182 with 2 237 new cases identified since the last report.
guest column:Emmanuel Zvada Just as business leaders thought they could start thinking about a new normal, a different kind of reality began to set in. In the past year, we have seen companies face serious disruptions but the second wave caught everyone unaware again as many had relaxed. The second wave of coronavirus pandemic has placed extraordinary demands on leaders in business and nations. Crises normally bring out the best and worst leaders as the true character of a leader or employer is reviewed during a crisis. COVID-19 case numbers continue to climb, and in many parts of Zimbabwe, records for new cases are set daily. While the second wave of the pandemic is here in earnest, it’s easy to be lulled into a false sense of normalcy. The second wave of coronavirus is a defining moment for true leaders to emerge and manage the situation. A leader’s response to a crisis is much more than speeches. Business leaders across every industry are getting a dosage of crisis management again so that they navigate through the coronavirus pandemic. To companies that had already put systems and processes in place for work from home, there will be no challenge but to those that had relaxed, it’s a headache again as the whole month of shutdown will be an unproductive month. Leaders must demonstrate a well-oiled business continuity machine and the ability to continuously adapt and respond to new challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic has sent employers into a frenzy as they try to stay abreast of new developments and do everything, they can to protect their employees and their business. Calm, principled, and decisive leaders continue to be an essential ingredient for navigating a situation that affects everyone, directly or indirectly. Good leaders need to not only formulate return-to-work plans and adjust work processes for the short-term recovery of operations but also discern what longer-term impacts this pandemic will have overall. To be sure, another lockdown amid a second wave could further damage an already fragile global economy. Positive, effective leadership helps us navigate crises and forge ahead in moments of uncertainty like the time we are in. Leaders should act on three essentials which are clarifying purpose, supporting stakeholders, and bolstering emotional and organisational resilience. Responsible business leaders have an important role to play for effective navigation of organisations during this second wave for no one knows when it will end. Continuous communication is key If leaders are not prepared to manage remote teams or if these teams don’t have good communication and collaboration habits in place, the effects of this virus could disrupt team connectivity, morale, and accountability — not to mention results. Good leaders should relentlessly communicate so that the followers do not operate in darkness. This will also avoid rumours especially during a crisis. People are obviously nervous about the implications of the virus, and it is essential to keep them engaged, informed, and safe. If you do not provide in
Zimbabwe will be on lockdown for 30 days in light of a surge in coronavirus cases in the country.
