No need for alarm over India’s COVID surge: Motsoaledi

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has assured South Africans that there is currently no cause for concern following the COVID-19 surge in India.

Motsoaledi was speaking during the 4th G20 Health Working Group meeting in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

The week-long gathering comprising health leaders, experts, and policymakers from across the world is expected to focus on, among others, pandemic prevention preparedness, which is one of the five G20 Health Working Group priorities.

While cases of COVID-19 have been detected in India, Motsoaledi warned South Africans to take precautionary measures.

“All we are saying is that this is under surveillance, and if there is anything to be done, we will inform the public. But for now, just keep on washing your hands, cover your cough, stay at home, and wear a mask if you think you have caught the flu. That is all that needs to be done for now.”