The COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant – also known as the R350 grant – is expected to be extended to the end of March 2024. This as government continues to consider options for a replacement for the grant with no decision taken yet on how the replacement will be financed. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the extension of the grant during his presentation of the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement in Parliament on Wednesday afternoon. “The SRD grant was introduced in May 2020 as a temporary measure to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable, who were affected by [COVID-19 induced] lockdown measures. It has been extended several times since then. Discussions on the future of the grant are ongoing and involve very difficult trade-offs and financing decisions,” he said. As a result of the extension of the SRD grants, other social grants – such as old age grants and disability grants – will increase lower than inflation. According to Treasury, the SRD grant is ex
 |
| What are the individual's strategies to protect themselves from COVID-19? |
Here are some of the individual's strategies to protect themselves from COVID-19:
- Get vaccinated and boosted: Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself from COVID-19. Vaccinations can help to prevent you from getting sick, and they can also help to reduce the severity of your illness if you do get sick.
- Wear a mask: Wearing a mask can help to protect you from getting COVID-19. Masks can help to block the virus from entering your body through your nose and mouth.
- Social distance: Social distancing can help to reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Social distancing means staying at least 6 feet away from other people who are not wearing masks.
- Wash your hands often: Washing your hands can help to remove the virus from your hands. The virus can live on surfaces for hours or even days, so it is important to wash your hands often, especially after being in public places.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick: If you are around someone who is sick, avoid close contact with them. This means staying at least 6 feet away from them and avoiding touching them.
- Stay home if you are sick: If you are sick, stay home from work, school, and other activities. This will help to prevent the spread of the virus to others.
- Get tested if you have symptoms: If you have symptoms of COVID-19, get tested as soon as possible. This will help to identify and isolate cases, which can help to slow the spread of the virus.
- Stay informed: Stay informed about the latest COVID-19 news and updates. This will help you to make informed decisions about how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
- Take care of your mental health: The COVID-19 pandemic can be a stressful time. It is important to take care of your mental health during this time. This includes things like getting enough sleep, exercising, and spending time with loved ones.
By following these tips, you can help to protect yourself from COVID-19.
Comments
Post a Comment