COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is global, highly infectious, and deadly. The crisis is largely unprecedented, at least in living memory and most governments, including the South African government, have been caught woefully unprepared. South Africa is in a state of lockdown, which has already been extended once at the time of writing (21 April 2020). The South African response has been commendable, and the data seem to show that the lockdown has reduced the spread of the virus. This is a positive first step, and we should take heart from it, but it is hardly the end. The COVID-19 pandemic is a problem with many moving parts, and in a globalised world, South Africa cannot move them alone. What is next for South Africa?

COVID-19, better known as the coronavirus, is a highly infectious and deadly disease. It is spreading rapidly across the world, taking its toll on the global economy and leaving thousands dead. The pandemic has spread to South Africa, but what does this mean for the country? What can we expect from the virus going forward? Can we contain it and why should we try? By looking at the virus’ spread across the globe, we try to provide some answers.