Level 3 Lockdown In South Africa

In a national COVID-19 update, president Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation on the 24th of May regarding the next steps forward. The country as a whole was at level 4 lockdown and still under relatively strict lockdown rules. You could, under lockdown level 4, shop online, take a jog under severe time constrictions, and a considerable portion of the workforce could return to work as businesses were starting to resume operations slowly.

At level 3, we’re afforded many more privileges – with a whole lot of responsibilities. From the 1st of June, the entire country will be under lockdown level 3.

What does lockdown level 3 mean for you?

Restaurants, bars and taverns will remain closed to sit-down customers
Hotels, guesthouses and any other accommodation premises will not be allowed to sell alcohol
Alcohol sale for off-consumption premises will be open from Monday to Thursday at reduced hours
The purchase of tobacco products will still be prohibited under lockdown level 3
Individuals are free to exercise and to jog any time of the day
Group exercise sessions or jogs prohibited
No curfew
Social distancing to still be maintained, so no, you cannot visit friends or have social gatherings
Those who can still work from home are encouraged to do so
Strict hygiene measures to be adhered to
Personal protective equipment, ie. Masks – are obligatory in public spaces
You still cannot travel to another province unless it is for a funeral and you are permitted to do so