The government’s move to scrap Covid-19 regulations is positive for SA’s economy

South Africa could face Covid deregulation – but the question is: is the country ready for it? According to a letter from Health Minister Dr. Joe Phaahla to the MECs had left the country for the fifth wave and could consider lifting Covid-19 regulations. The minister’s spokesman, Doctor Tshwale, said the document was confidential and intended for consultation between the minister and his cabinet colleagues. “It is [from] Consensus with MECs for Minister to make recommendations to National Coronavirus Command Council [NCCC] and cabinet,” he said. Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said the statement was true and the city welcomed the national…