Experts See More Regions Reaching Peak Infections in Next 10 Days

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• Experts say the Western Cape (2nd most infections) is expected to reach the peak of its 4th wave in the next 10 days as cases show signs of slowing.
• Hospital admissions vs active cases represented 5% of total cases vs 11% in the first wave, 15% in the second and 17% in the third
• ANC Presidency Spox says recent leaks from within the NEC were not about hiding corruption.
  • Here, Ramaphosa said he would rather fall on his sword than give up names involved in using taxpayer funds to support their political campaigns under the CR17 banner when Rampahosa initially came to power.
  • These leaks come as RET detectors continue to try and undermine Ramaphosa’s support base.
• NCID research shows over 70% of South Africans have been exposed to covid-19 and have an underlying immunity with many Omicron infections being asymptomatic.
  • Says despite the highly infectious nature of Omicron, there has not been a corresponding surge in hospitalizations
• Energy expert says plans to extend Eskom’s Koeberg plant by another years for a total of 60yrs face a number of key challenges and safety concerns.
  • Says the old tech and poor compliance are a major concern and has cautioned against extending its life beyond 2024, despite load-shedding pressures on Eskom