South Africa: COVID-19 - the Cure Could Be Worse Than the Disease for South Africa

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As the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 spreads worldwide, some governments have taken rapid and unprecedented action. Others, led by bigoted leaders who disparage science and expertise, have been characterised by inaction. But extreme situations in countries like Italy and China have fuelled a strident 'conventional wisdom' which holds that governments and societies should respond through drastic measures.

President Cyril Ramamphosa has announced a nation-wide shutdown, starting on the 27th of March, during which individuals must stay at home for 21 days. Exceptions are made for absolutely necessary activities and for categories of workers required to keep South Africa functioning at a bare minimum social and economic level.

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