A cumulative total of 7 183 893 tests have been completed with 63 046 tests conducted in the last 24 hours, with 17 421 new cases, which represents a 28% positivity rate.

The recoveries now stand at 966 368, representing a recovery rate of 78,4%.

The Health Department says regrettably, they have reported a further 339 COVID-19 related deaths: Eastern Cape 77 , Free State 19, Gauteng 28, KwaZulu-Natal 71, Limpopo 14, Mpumalanga 10, Northern Cape 7 and Western Cape 113.

This brings the total deaths to 33 163.

The department conveys their condolences to the loved ones of the departed and thank the healthcare workers who treated the deceased.

SABC