The Western Cape has recorded 20 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 982. As of 1pm (Thurs 18 Feb) the Western Cape has 4 975 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 273 105 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 257 148 recoveries.

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The Western Cape has recorded 23 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 962. As of one o’clock this afternoon (Wed 17 Feb) the province had 5 215 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 272 817 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 256 817 recoveries.
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