broadcast live on Sunday, Zikalala called on the elderly, those who live with elderly people, and those who have pre-existing medical conditions, to take extra precautions in physical distancing and hygiene practices.
He said the majority of the 43 deaths in the province were elderly people, and people with comorbidities.
He stressed that all citizens should abide by the lockdown.
From tomorrow @KZNGOV will intensify compliance in KZN. The Justice, Crime Prevention Cluster has been told to act decisively without fear, favour or prejudice.
If you are out you must have a permit or stay at home.
You have been warned: Kuze kungakhalwa uma seliqina ibhawodi pic.twitter.com/kZmMRkNh6m
— KZN Provincial Gov (@kzngov) May 10, 2020
Zikala also called on people to avoid stigmatising those with Covid-19, saying they should be supported instead.
The need for social relief was increasing, with the government trying to respond to it with the available resources.
Zikalala said more than 100 000 referrals for food parcels were received by the government, with 34 000 food parcels distributed.
However, the government faced a big challenge with regard to delivery, but Zikalala said an electronic monitoring system would be rolled out to make it more efficient.
While some did not qualify for social relief, Zikalala said they would be embarking on a bigger social awareness campaign to inform everyone of the requirements.
He also called on non-governmental and social organisations to partner with the government to assist in providing social relief.
