ANC's Jackson Mthembu at the ANC National Conference in Nasrec Expo on 5 July 2017.
JOHANNESBURG - The minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu has tested positive for COVID-19.
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The Presidency confirmed the minister tested positive after presenting with symptoms on Monday.
People who have been in contact with the minister are self-quarantining.
"He remains in high spirits and wishes all those who are also fighting the coronavirus a speedy recovery," a statement issued by the Presidency read.
Mthembu urged South Africans regularly wash their hands, wear masks and practice social distancing.
Minister Mthembu tests positive for Covid-19 https://t.co/9AmWBDsBqD
— Presidency | South Africa 🇿🇦 (@PresidencyZA) January 11, 2021
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