Lerato Mailoane
Just hours before, he was expected to give the Provincial Coronavirus Command Council weekly update on Friday 10 July, Premier David Makhura announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19.
In a statement, Makhura said: "On Wednesday 08 July 2020, I experienced some mild symptoms. On Thursday 09 July 2020, I decided to self-quarantine and test for COVID-19 as a precautionary measure.  Today, Friday 10 July 2020, I received my test results confirming that I have tested positive for COVID-19."
Makhura will be unable to chair today's briefing as he is now in self-isolation, in line with the World Health Organisation (WHO) protocols and will work from home over the next 14 days whilst monitoring his health.
He assured residents that he has so far only experienced mild symptoms and committed to continue to ensure that the Provincial Executive Council and the Provincial Coronavirus Command Council respond adequately to weather the storm of the pandemic in order to save more lives. 
He further appealed to all the people of Gauteng to continue playing their part in observing the golden rules of washing hands regularly, wearing a mask and practicing physical distancing.