SA could move to level 2 this week to save Covid-weakened economy
Directors-general have suggested that almost all sectors of the economy be reopened, but strict social distancing‚ hand sanitisation and mask regulations remain
12 August 2020 - 09:32
The country could move to lockdown level 2 this week if cabinet accepts a recommendation from directors-general to open more sectors of the economy.
A forum made up of directors-general of national departments (Fosad)‚ met on Sunday and resolved to recommend to the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) that almost all sectors of the economy, except crowded places‚ be opened, but under strict enforcement of social distancing‚ hand sanitisation and wearing of masks...
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