Meanwhile, SABC reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa is impressed by the work done by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR, in tracking the country’s COVID-19 cases.

Ramaphosa visited CSIR in Pretoria to give support and encourage those who are at the forefront in the fight against the pandemic.

In an effort to boost the fight against the highly contagious virus, the private sector has also offered support.

About 20 000 health workers will now receive cell phones with an app to assist them in carrying out their jobs.

The President says that all South Africans can assist during this period by staying at home and slowing down the spread of the virus.

“As a nation, we should be proud that we have an institution like the CSIR, which is always trying to be ahead of the curve in terms of bringing solutions.”

While there is uncertainty over whether the 21-day lockdown will be extended, the government is looking at all options to fight the spread of the pandemic.