COVID-19 in South Africa: A Year in Review

<p>On 15 March 2020 with only 61 cases and 0 deaths recorded, President Ramaphosa quickly decided that swift action was required and declared a state of disaster. Despite this quick action, South Africa has recorded the highest number of cases in Africa. This post will consider whether its res...

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Main Authors: Ciara Staunton, Melodie Labuschaigne
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Published: Max Steinbeis Verfassungsblog GmbH
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Online Access:https://verfassungsblog.de/covid-19-in-south-africa-a-year-in-review/
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description <p>On 15 March 2020 with only 61 cases and 0 deaths recorded, President Ramaphosa quickly decided that swift action was required and declared a state of disaster. Despite this quick action, South Africa has recorded the highest number of cases in Africa. This post will consider whether its response has been legitimate, proportionate and subject to appropriate judicial oversight.</p>
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