The Western Cape has recorded 21 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 11 055. As of 1pm this afternoon (Mon 22 Feb), the Western Cape had 4 637 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 274 046 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 258 354 recoveries.

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Smile Staff Reporter - 12 May 2026

The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) says the recent weather conditions have placed severe pressure on the service, as it was unable to collect...

Wet weather continues on Tuesday, but less damaging winds

Smile Staff Reporter - 11 May 2026

Severe weather has battered the Western Cape over the past few days, with flooding, strong winds and widespread disruption reported across Cape Town and...

The Western Cape has recorded 21 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 11 055. As of 1pm this afternoon (Mon 22 Feb), the Western Cape had 4 637 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 274 046 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 258 354 recoveries.

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