It is almost exactly two years since I stood before you to announce that South Africa would be entering a nation-wide lockdown to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus
Football fans will finally be allowed to return to stadiums following President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that outdoor venues will be permitted to host up to 50% of their capacity.
"The pandemic has changed the way we work, travel, worship and socialise. It has shattered many livelihoods and devastated our economy, leading to the closure of many businesses and the loss of some two million jobs," the president said.