NATIONAL NEWS - In his latest address to the nation, President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that South Africa will move up to lockdown level 3.
This as Gauteng, the North West, Free State and the Northern Cape are officially declared to be in a third wave of Covid-19 infections.
Gauteng accounts for two-thirds of Covid-19 infections, and daily deaths have increased by 48%.
Ramaphosa emphasised that hospitals are near capacity, which has prompted decisive and quick action.
As such, the following will come into effect later on Tuesday evening:
Curfew now starts at 22:00, and ends at 04:00.
Non-essential establishments are required to close by 21:00.
All gatherings have been limited to 50 people indoors and 100 outdoors, or 50% capacity, depending on the venue.
Alcohol sales will only be permitted between 10:00 and 18:00 from Monday to Thursday. On-site alcohol consumption is permitted until 21:00. Alcohol consumption in all public spaces is strictly prohibited.
