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Bitou Mayor tests positive for covid 19
Bitou mayor Peter Lobese announced last night that he had tested positive for Covid-19.
“Last week, Thursday 25 June, I had terrible flu and decided to visit my doctor. I was taken for a Covid-19 test and ordered to isolate until I receive my results. I did as I was ordered by the doctor and withdrew from all my responsibilities whilst retreating to the comfort of my room at home.
“I never showed any symptoms until I had the flu and had to go to the doctor. This means that it is important to go to the doctor when you do not feel well. Be vigilant about your own health as it can save your life and that of those close to you,” Lobese said.
He received his results on Tuesday afternoon, June 30.
“I have been very much at the forefront of the drive to prevent the spread and urging our residents to comply with hygiene and safety protocols as well as all regulations set by authorities. I have tried, as best as I can, to comply myself.
“However, it shows that we cannot let our guard slip at all, as it takes one slip up and the virus will strike. I will now go and fight hard to make sure I recover from the virus. I am committed to stay in quarantine and make sure that I do not spread the virus further.”
Read more in Thursday’s Knysna-Plett Herald and online.