“After recent looting and arson in parts of South Africa partly derailed the government’s efforts in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, data on Friday showing a downward trend in new infections and an upward trend in vaccinations nationwide has brought some consolation.”

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Daily new COVID-19 cases drop, but recent civil unrest might cause new surge (South Africa)

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