SA is facing four scenarios. Itâs up to government to choose and refocus
By Opinion
Dr Bheki Mfeka
THE YEAR 2021 started in a horrible way with the loss of so many lives due to Covid-19-related illnesses that continues unabated.
This included Minister Jackson Mthembu who has been the face of Covid-19 communication, may his soul rest in peace.
Not only do we mourn lives because of Covid-19, but the diminishing livelihoods as well could be resulting in more deaths because of poverty-related conditions such as hunger, mental, and several chronic diseases. As things stand, with continued lockdown South Africa is heading for a worst-case scenario in saving lives.