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The number of active Covid-19 cases in the Western Cape continue to rise

More than half of all adults in the Western Cape, have now received at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccine

The Western Cape is edging towards administering its 4 millionth Covid-19 vaccination

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On the provincial dashboard, it shows there are 809 people currently infected with the virus as of Tuesday

Western Cape leaders are looking to take proactive steps in making sure the anticipated COVID-19 fourth wave is not as severe as the third

Western Cape Education MEC, Debbie Schäfer is urging all eligible matriculants to get their COVID-19 jabs

Western Cape health authorities are considering increasing the vaccination target of people aged 50 and older to 85%

As of Monday the 4th of October more than 2.9 million vaccines have been administered so far.

The United Kingdom is reportedly planning to remove South Africa from its Covid-19 travel red list

As the COVID-19 infections continue to drop, the provincial health department is re-instating non-essential services

Stop spreading fake news about the vaccine says the Western Cape’s Health Officials

The Western Cape’s health system is under strain – but it is coping

Western Cape health authorities are confident that the province can reach herd immunity by end of the year

Government’s R350 a month relief grant has been extended and expanded.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved the country to Alert Level 3

Western Cape Department of Health hopes to administer around 150,000 vaccines this week

Health authorities in Cape Town are appealing to eligible residents to register for the Covid-19 vaccine

Western Cape residents aged 50 to 59 will start getting their COVID-19 vaccinations today

The number of active Covid-19 cases in the Western Cape has jumped to 18 518

Registration is now open for everybody 50 years and older

Teacher unions have welcomed the decision to close both public and private schools

South Africa is back on lockdown level 4

Provincial health authorities say Covid-19 clusters are increasing

Premier Alan Winde is committed to working with the private sector to ensure the vaccine rollout is accessible to everyone

Western Cape health authorities have confirmed that hospital visitations are not allowed anymore

WCED Communications Director, Bronagh Hammond joins Aden on the show

Teachers in the Western Cape are urged to be at school in order to prepare for the Covid-19 vaccination program

The Western Cape Government has revised its target number of Covid-19 vaccines

WC health authorities recommend tighter restrictions, as the province enters third wave

The Cape Town International Convention Centre is going to be turned into a mass vaccination site

To date, over 20 500 people have been vaccinated across old age homes in the province

Western Cape Government is worried by the continuous increase iof active Covid-19 cases.

The number of Covid-19 vaccine sites which will be used this week in the Western Cape, has increased to 154

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Patricia de Lille has tested positive for Covid-19.

More than 70 new Covid-19 vaccine sites will open across the Western Cape

The Western Cape Government will now allow walk-ins at its Covid-19 vaccine sites

The Western Cape Health Department says it wants to increase the number of Covid-19 vaccines on a daily basis

Premier Alan Winde says he’s impressed by how the first day of the Phase Two Covid-19 vaccine rollout

Western Cape health authorities say it’s all systems go for the Covid-19 Phase 2 vaccination rollout today

Over the past week, the number of new Covid-19 cases has increased by 39%

Western Cape Health Department urges people aged 60 and older to register for vaccine

The Western Cape currently has less than 2000 active Coronavirus cases

The roll-out of phase one of the Covid-19 vaccine program in the province will resume today

The number of active cases in the Western Cape has remained stable.

South Africa has recorded 8 Covid-19 related deaths on Monday

South Africa has recorded a further 78 new Covid-19 related deaths on Tuesday

SA stays on lockdown level 1 after the Presidents Address

38 699 healthcare workers both in the public and private sectors have been inoculated in the Western Cape

The Western Cape Health Department plans to vaccine the remaining 50% of health workers by April 2021

To date, the Western Cape received 31 260 vaccines

Opposition parties have shared mixed reaction to Western Cape Budget delivered on Tuesday

The Western Cape has aside R2.17 billion to fight Covid-19 pandemic over the next three years

South Africa has recorded further 65 Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday, bringing the national death toll to 51326

Today marks exactly a year since the Western Cape recorded its first Covid-19 case

South Africa has recorded a further 31 new Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday

Third wave of infections will hit the country in May

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has welcomed the decision to ease the country down to Lockdown Level One

Nearly 3000 vaccines have been administered in the Western Cape so far

10 000 of the country’s health care workers have been vaccinated since the program kicked off last week

South Africa has recorded 113 Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday

The Health Department says 195 people have died due to Covid-19 on Monday

Western Cape health authorities say their preparations to roll-out the Covid-19 vaccine will go ahead

A total of 396 people have died in South Africa due to Covid-19, on Tuesday

The role that medical aid schemes play in facilitating the roll out of the vaccine

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says the province is already preparing for the inevitable Covid-19 third wave

South Africa has recorded 398 more Covid-19 related deaths on Wednesday, bringing the death to 45,344

More than 90,000 Western Cape health workers – both in the private and public sectors – will be vaccinated

Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize, says 547 more people have died due to Covid-19 on Tuesday

Covid-19 Update -The Western Cape had the majority of the deaths, with 64

While the country remains on Lockdown Level 3, the prohibitions affecting beaches, parks, alcohol, and places of worship have been eased

South Africa has recorded 213 more Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday

While there appears to be a definite decline in the number of new infections, the number of daily Covid-19 deaths remains high

South Africa has recorded further 243 Covid-19 deaths on Monday, bringing the national death toll to  41,117

The national department of Health says further 300 people have succumbed to Covid-19 on Sunday

The Western Cape has recorded 96 more deaths, bringing the total number in the province to 9440

South Africa has seen a slight decrease in the number of new Covid-19 cases

South Africa has recorded 12267 new Coronavirus cases since the last report

There’s been a sharp increase in the number of new coronavirus infections in SA, with more than 18 000 new cases recorded

The health department has announced that the health system is under pressure.

Western Cape health authorities are making changes at hospitals, as Covid-19 infections continue to rise

Hospitals in the Western Cape are currently under severe pressure

Warning to young people as the second wave of Covid-19 takes over SA

President Cyril Ramaphosa said that in one week, the daily average of new cases has lept by 74%, and daily deaths have risen by nearly 50%

Efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus in the Western Cape mean some regions are cancelling public events

More than 60 people including 37 matriculants tested positive, apparently after they spent an evening at a bar in Claremont

The City of Cape Town is concerned that COVID-19 vigilance is taking a backseat

All you need to know about Level 1 of Lockdown, incase you missed the Presidents Address

there’s been increase in active covid-19 cases at old age homes across the province.

The number of active Covid-19 cases in the Western Cape has dropped below 4000

The department says more than 1900 new infections were recorded in the past 24 hour period

47 people were confirmed dead due to the virus on Sunday

South Africa has recorded 72 more Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday

South Africa has recorded another 159 deaths as a result of Covid-19 on Wednesday

485 468 people have recovered, which translates to a recovery rate of 82%

The Health Department says 143 more people have succumbed to Covid-19 over the 24 hour cycle

Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize said 472 377 people have recovered, which translates to a recovery rate of 80%

Alan Winde – State of the province now that the peak is flattening

30 more people have succumbed to Covid-19 on Tuesday, bringing the national toll to 10,751

South Africa has recorded 213 more Covid-19 related deaths over the past 24 hour cycle

The Health Department says 345 more people have succumbed to Covid-19 in South Africa on Tuesday.

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The Western Cape Education Department says support will be given to Grade 12 learners ahead of their exams

The department says the total number of recoveries is at 358 037

South Africa has recorded 213 more Covid-19 related deaths on Sunday

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The Western Cape has 11,522 active cases and 2,985 people have died.

The Health Department says 190 more people have died in South Africa, due to Covid-19.

The Health Department says a total of 7,096 new infections were confirmed in the past 24 hour period

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South Africa has recorded 114 more Covid-19 related deaths, bringing the national toll to 6,769.

State of the Province with the Premier Alan Winde

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Passing that cigarette has increased the number of Covid-19 cases

The national death toll now stands at 5,940.

It’s all systems go for the planned restaurants protest against the lockdown regulations on Wednesday #JobsSaveLives protest

The Department of Health has revealed that 195 more people have succumbed to Covid-19 in the past 24-hour cycle

WC Health MEC Nomafrench Mbombo has re-iterated her plea to communities

South Africa has recorded 140 more Covid-19 related deaths on Monday, bringing the death toll to 5,173

The number of reported coronavirus-related deaths in South Africa has surpassed the 5,000 mark.

The number of people who contracted the coronavirus in South Africa has surpassed the 300,000 mark.

Ban on sale of alcohol vs Covid-19

South Africa has recorded 174 more covid-19 related deaths on Tuesday, bringing the death toll to 4,356.

South Africa has recorded 173 more Covid-19 related deaths #Coronavirus

South Africa has recorded 92 more Covid- 19 related deaths, bringing the death toll to 2,749.

The Covid-19 death toll continues to rise in South Africa

The Western Cape Education department has confirmed that a total of 61 learners and 375 staff members have tested positive

Premier Winde has appealed to businesses in the personal care industry to adhere to Covid19 health and safety guidelines.

Whats the difference between isolation and quarantine? #Covid19

The Department of Health says 4,288 new cases were recorded in the past 24 hours.

The Western Cape’s Covid-19 cases have surpassed the 50,000 mark.

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Student body, Cosas, is threatening to close all schools across the province

The number of Covid-19 related deaths in the Western Cape has risen to 1,048.

98 teachers test positive for Coronavirus

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Some units at the Tygerberg Hospital have been closed due to Covid-19 regulations.

Contract workers will be deployed by the City Of Cape Town’s health department to educate Capetonians about the Coronavirus

The Western Cape which remains the epicentre has 12,250 active cases and 851 people have died.

A total of 1,080 people died in the country as a result of the coronavirus.

Premier Alan Winde says 10 Covid19 patients have been admitted to the new CTICC health facility on Monday

The total national Covid-19 related death toll has rised to 792 #Coronavirus

The regulations governing lockdown levels 3 and 4 have been declared invalid and unconstitutional

The Western Cape recorded 41 more Covid-19 deaths, bringing the total number to 562.

South Africans have till midnight to fill their tanks

The province has recorded 22 more deaths in the past 24 hours #Covid19

New rules and regulations under level 3 #lockdown

The Western Cape remains the epicentre of the virus in the country with over 21000 cases and 503 deaths

Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, is expected to brief the media at 11AM today about re-opening of schools

Hairdressers and nail technicians are still not able to operate during level 3 #lockdown

Food has increased drastically in prices #lockdown

“World in Union” by PJ Powers and the Tygerberg Children’s Choir is a tribute to all Covid-19 essential workers

Currently there’re 665 patients across both the public and private facilities

Covid-19 Update – 25 937 cases in South Africa

Death toll surpasses the 500 mark #Covid19

Under level 3, most economic activity will be permitted – although under strict health guidelines

52 more people have died from coronavirus, bringing the South Africa’s death toll to 481

Curro has identified a need among parents who are struggling to juggle home-schooling with their work

The Western Cape remains the epicentre of the pandemic, with more than 60 percent of active cases

An expert chats to Aden about body temperature screenings & how it works #Covid19

The number of Covid-19 infections in South Africa has increased to 22,583

The Metro has recorded the highest number of infections, at over 12 200

A group of people from the Strandfontein shelter site left stranded

Religious Leaders are begging the President to open churches again during level 3

Covid-19 hotspots in Cape Town were identified

Coronavirus update – South Africa has recorded 27 more Covid-19 related deaths

Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize confirmed that a total of 7960 people have recovered from virus

Premier Winde has appealed to residents to continue to adhere to the regulations

Behaviour Changes Post Covid-19

Essential workers will be pleased to know that 100 taxis will soon be available just to service them

The latest number of confirmed Covid-19 cases is 16 433 in South Africa

Sanitise what you receive online and wear your mask too #Covid19

South Africa’s total Covid-19 infections has increased to 15,515

Those whose last names start with a letter between A-M could buy their alcohol first

Cigarette smokers have now turned to smoking tea bags, which is quite harmful to the lungs

831 new cases of Covid-19 in South Africa

How to test your temperature properly for Covid-19

The City’s Mayoral Committee Member Alderman James Vos chats to Clarence Ford

Rather give up the smoking or start taking out of your savings to pay for it

Premier Winde wants the Western Cape to move to level 3 as soon as possible

The Western Cape has recorded 7 more covid-19 related deaths, bringing the total to 117

1.2 Million meals have been served to hungry learners in the province during May

The City is seeking clarity on whether municipalities are lawfully entitled to procure energy

A description of clothing and bedding that are being sold under Alert Level 4.

The province has the highest number of deaths in South Africa

Premier Winde says there are no talks about the province going back to level 5

The death toll now stands at 206 #Covid19

Here’s how much you’ll get fined by breaking the law #lockdown

Life won’t be the same again and we must continue to fight this Covid-19 battle – Cyril Ramaphosa

The Western Cape Education Department has advised schools to not go back

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the Western Cape has passed the 5000 mark

Aden chats about Aunty Nellie, a nurse who sadly passed away but her legacy will live on

A total of 153 police officers in the province have tested positive for the coronavirus

The Western Cape Social Development has welcomed the re-opening of all SASSA’s offices

South Africa has recorded 5 more deaths, bringing total known death toll to 153.

Liquor outlets operating during lockdown must stop before they lose their licences

Our Covid-19 patient Bradley has fully recovered, Aden chats to him live on #HeartBreakfast

The number of Coronavirus cases in South Africa, has increased to 7572

Premier Alan Winde plans to approach President Cyril Ramaphosa for an extension on exercise

The number of infections in the country has increased by 437, bringing the confirmed cases total to 7220

Amendments to be made in the current travel and curfew regulations #Covid19

Employment Labour – Republic of South Africa

Sicily (Italy) is offering to pay for flights and accommodation

The Western Cape has the highest number of deaths with 58

A group of paramedics at Khayelitsha Hospital have been protesting since the weekend #Covid19

Edgars and Jet jobs are on the line

Only Essential Workers will soon be able to renew driver’s licence and vehicle license

Dr Cleeve Robertson, the CEO of NSRI joins Ryan O’Connor on the line #Covid19

News Anchor Saya Pierce Jones breaks down level 4 restrictions #Covid19

Are you fighting with your partner during Covid-19, here are some tips to survive

Still no alcohol and cigarette sales under level 4 #covid19

The Youth council wants the Western Cape to remain on level five of lockdown

Dr Terblanche interviewed leaders in many countries to uncover the underlying truth of leadership #Covid19

The Western Cape has recorded three more Covid19 related deaths

Not all leaders are coping equally well during #Covid19

Restoring Hope bringing about a positive change during this pandemic #Covid19

Latest update on Covid-19 cases – 4793

200 Cuban Health Professionals landed in South Africa this morning #Covid19

Cases in South Africa are now more than 4 500 #Covid19

The President’s Address – 23 April 2020

A third police officer in the Western Cape has tested positive for the coronavirus.

Western Cape Health officials are worried about an increase in the amount of local covid-19 cases

Spur restaurants will not be open after lockdown #Covid19

The petrol price is set to decline by close to R2 in May

Suga chats to South African Women’s Rights Activist, Lucinda Evans

The 2020 academic year during and post lockdown with Professor Jonathan Jansen

Brett Hamilton joins Aden on the line speaking around the value of the informal economy during lockdown

Ramaphosa announced a R500 billion plan to minimise the impact of Covid-19.

Matric students under #lockdown – how to cope

A Parow shop owner has been arrested for selling cigarettes on Monday #covid19

President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation this evening around Economic & Social Relief

CEO of Artscape, Marlene Le Roux speaks of the danger of living with disabilities during #covid19

National Collective Bargaining Officer at SACTWU chats to Aden to discuss UIF payouts in the textile industries

Cigarette ban is to be taken up in court, Health Minister Mkhize highlighted what smoking does to one’s health

The number of Coronavirus deaths in South Africa has jumped up to 54, with 3,158 confirmed cases.

People less fortunate need our help & this is how YOU can get actively get involved #covid19

Suga catches up with Eustace Goliath who is currently in France, during their sixth week of #lockdown

This couple got hitched during coronavirus isolation with their cat as the witness

The latest number of confirmed cases is 2 605

Running out of alcohol? DAY ZERO FOR ALCOHOL SUPPLY? Anxiety can be managed during lockdown ban

 The Kolisi foundation has stepped in with masks to help dozens of women and babies

The Latest Update on Coronavirus in South Africa #Covid19

Mental Health in the Covid-19 Crisis with Psychologist Ceri Kerrin

Battling the virus at grassroot level #aQuellé

CAMERON DUGMORE – ANC Caucus, Western Cape Legislature, Leader of the Opposition speaks to Aden

The latest number of confirmed cases in South Africa is 2173 #Covid19

How coronavirus inspired a gangland truce in South Africa #SAUnite

Our Heart News journalist, Arthur Pose visited the Strandfontein camp for the homeless #covid19

The Minister of Health has announced that face-masks are now recommended for everyone

Adriaan Basson – President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Conundrum #OConnorDrive

Day 14 and sadly there’s been a spike in the number of Covid-19 related deaths

Flattening the curve on Cybercrime

The Premier Alan Winde got tested for coronavirus, Aden chats to him about this

DHL Stormers and Friends deliver Johnny Clegg’s ‘The Crossing’ – A tribute

Communications Minister,  Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, on special leave for breaking the lockdown rules.

Camilo Lombard explains to us how they created the song #TsekCorona that’s trending on social meda

Can your Employer renegotiate your Terms Employment during this time?  #Covid19

Check in with our patient Bradley today #covid19

Covid-19 cases continue to increase

The 5G conspiracy, another urban legend according to tech journalist Arthur Goldstuck

The South African Economy reimagined with Economist Dawie Roodt

Field workers will visit several homes today to test for #covid19

More than 500 water tanks are headed to the Western Cape #Covid19

Refugees were housed in the Central Methodist Church, Mayor Dan Plato chats more about this

Maya Fisher-French, Financial Journalist says there is more to debt relief holidays

SADPI says ban on alcohol and tobacco sales during the lockdown is bad news

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the Western Cape has risen to 370 #covid19

The co-founder of AfrikaBurn, Robert Weinek joins Suga on the line to talk about their current dignity project

SA cellphones to be tracked to fight coronavirus #covid19

The Health Department says no gloves and masks if you’re not sick #covid19

Our Covid-19 patient, Bradley joins us on the line..

SPAR Western Cape Honours Pledge and Donates Generously

Executive Mayor of Cape Town, Dan Plato gives us an update on social grant’s during #lockdown

Ryan catches up with Meg from ‘Living Corona Positive’ & there’s good NEWS in the air

Ladles of Love desperately need your help and this is what you can do #covid19

Minister of Community Safety Albert Fritz chats to Aden about failing to comply with the rules

Aden speaks to the Minister of Transport for the Western Cape, Minister Bonginkosi Madikizela #Covid19

The City of Cape Town has the Highest Number of Cases #Covid19

TikTok has been around for a while but right now during lockdown it’s gone completely viral #lockdown

Living Corona Positive, Ryan chats to Meg to find out how she’s doing #Covid19

Lockdown Holla – Represent your Crib on #HeartBreakfast

Aden Thomas caught up with the patient, Bradley, who contracted Covid-19 #HeartBreakfast

Aden chats to Premier Alan Winde on day 1 of lockdown in South Africa #covid19

The do’s & dont’s around the 21 day lockdown in SA #COVID19

Sarah Nicholson, Commercial Manager of Justmoney talks to Suga about De-cluttering

Ryan O’Connor chats to CEO of the Haven Night Shelter, Hassan Khan #OConnorDrive

DEALING WITH YOUR STRESS AND ANXIETY DURING THIS PERIOD OF LOCKDOWN

Virgin Active have frozen their memberships & Aden chats more about this #HeartBreakfast

Community warrior & activist Lucinda Evans chats to Suga about the lockdown & its effects on shelters

Dr Sharon speaks to Suga about – stop smoking in the time of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Richfield switch students to distance learning during covid-19 outbreak

Bradley tested positive and was devastated when he received the call #covid19

Aden speaks to Henry Ludski about his donation of face masks to our communities #covid19

Aneeka Buys A.K.A Fit Girl SA is offering online training classes #lockdown

SA has increased by 28% since Tuesday reaching a total of 709 cases #covid19

Ryan speaks to the Premier Alan Winde around the preparation of the lockdown commencing Thursday

MISHKA VAN DE SCHYFF – CAPE TONIAN CURRENTLY IN LOCKDOWN IN ITALY #OCONNORDRIVE

Dr Wasserman, a frontline Doctor at Groote Schuur joins Ryan on air #covid19

Head of Africa for Centuro Global, Seraj Toefy joins Aden Thomas on the line… #covid19

Our country prepares for a 21 day lockdown after the President’s speech #covid19

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