BRUSSELS (AP) — The discovery of a new coronavirus variant sent a chill through much of the world Friday as nations raced to halt air travel, markets fell sharply and scientists held emergency meetings to weigh the exact risks, which were largely unknown.
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South Africa registered 2,465 new Covid-19 cases, bringing the cumulative total to 2,952,500. A further 114 Covid-19-related deaths were reported, taking total official deaths to 89,771. A total of 25,123,452 people have been vaccinated.
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Scientists in South Africa are studying a recently identified new coronavirus variant of concern, stoking fears the country may face a potentially severe fourth wave that could spread internationally. U.K.
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