Gwede Mantashe tests positive for COVID-19

According to the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), the Minister received his results on Tuesday.

Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe has tested positive for COVID-19.

Mantashe and his wife Nolwandle have tested positive for the virus.

According to the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), the Minister received his results on Tuesday.

“This was the Minister’s third round of tests to be conducted since the outbreak of this virus. Minister Mantashe and Mrs Mantashe are currently in isolation and the Minister will continue to work from home,” said the GCIS.

Mantashe remains committed to a course of ensuring the security of energy and petroleum products supply to society during this difficult period and beyond. 

“The Minister has directed all members of his private office in government to also test.

“As we wish Minister and Mrs Mantashe a speedy recovery, we extend the same well wishes to the thousands of South Africans and their families who are also battling Coronavirus.”

The GCIS called on society to observe the World Health Organization (WHO) protocols of washing hands regularly, wearing a mask and practising physical distancing. 

(With Inputs from South African Government Press Release)