OPINION: Addressing the impacts of Covid-19 on food security
JOHANNESBURG – South Africa has taken early action to limit the spread of Covid-19 by ordering a nationwide lockdown for its population of 59 million people. The novel coronavirus has spread widely in South Africa relatively recently compared to other countries.
However, as Covid-19 cases are fast increasing, there is great concern about the disease’s potential spread and impact.
South Africa has to be ready for a possible surge as testing expands significantly.
Source: iol.co.za