Ramaphosa, 69, is self-isolating and being treated for mild symptoms
The president said his own infection serves as a caution to all people in South Africa to be vaccinated and remain vigilant against exposure, the statement said. It stressed that vaccination remains the best protection against severe illness and hospital admission.
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