19 April 2020
As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 3158.
The total number of tests conducted to date is 114 711.
The provincial breakdown is as follows:
| PROVINCE | CONFIRMED CASES |
| GAUTENG | 1148 |
| WESTERN CAPE | 868 |
| KWAZULU-NATAL | 617 |
| FREE STATE | 100 |
| EASTERN CAPE | 293 |
| LIMPOPO | 27 |
| MPUMALANGA | 23 |
| NORTH WEST | 24 |
| NORTHERN CAPE | 16 |
| UNALLOCATED/UNKOWN | 42 |
REPORTING OF CONFIRMED DEATHS
Today we regrettably report 2 more COVID-19 related deaths. Similar to yesterday, these
are from KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape. This brings the total death toll to 54 today.
We convey our condolences to the families and also appreciate the committed health
workers who were treating the deceased patients.
Dr Zwelini Mkhize
Minister of Health
