As of yesterday, Tuesday 9 March, the total number of active COVID-19 cases in the Western Cape officially dropped below 3000. Premier Alan Winde reported that the number of active cases now sits at 2914.

The total number of recoveries sits at 94.8 percent.

Here’s an updated summary, as reported by the Western Cape Government:

  • Total active cases: 2914
  • Total confirmed cases: 276 664
  • Total Recoveries: 262 445
  • Total deaths: 11 305
  • Tests done: 136 3186

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