South African confirmed cases of coronavirus have increased to 240 with Eastern Cape recording their first case.
The announcement was given by the health minister Zweli Mkhize saying the first patient from the province is a 28-year-old female, who had travelled to Germany.
In a statement, Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane said treatment protocols were in order now that the virus was in the Eastern Cape.
“We wish this patient speedy recovery and we wish the entire medical team that will be working the patient the best of luck.
“Our facilities are ready to provide medical treatment to the patient. Members of the public must not panic but must implement every precautionary measure that has been communicated to prevent the spread of the virus,” said Mabuyane.
