Media Release: Data update on the coronavirus and vaccine rollout by Premier Alan Winde
3 March 2021
As of 1pm on 3 March, the Western Cape has 3390 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 275 700 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 261 088 recoveries. A total of 14 196 vaccines had been administered by 5pm on 2 March.
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Total confirmed COVID-19 cases |
275 700 |
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Total recoveries |
261 088 |
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Vaccines administered |
14 196 |
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Total deaths |
11 222 |
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Total active cases (currently infected patients) |
3390 |
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Tests conducted |
1343097 |
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Hospitalisations |
1153 with 264 in ICU or highcare |
The Western Cape has recorded 25 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 11 222. We send our condolences to their loved ones at this time.
Additional data is available on the Western Cape Covid-19 data dashboard which also features active cases per sub-district, active cases per 100 000 and 7-day moving averages. Access the data dashboard here: https://coronavirus.westerncape.gov.za/covid-19-dashboard
Third wave response:
Earlier today, I held my weekly digicon where I detailed the Western Cape Government's response to future waves of Covid-19.
The full statement is available here: https://coronavirus.westerncape.gov.za/news/western-cape-planning-3rd-wave-personal-responsibility-remains-key
Issued by Western Cape Office of the Premier, 3 March 2021
