Johannesburg Mayor Geoffrey Makhubo is self-isolating, as a precautionary measure, after a case of novel coronavirus was confirmed in his private office.

The North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria will hear the much-awaited court action by Fita challenging the legality of the continued ban of the sale of tobacco products during the national lockdown.

The Presidency has refuted claims that liquor shops will be shut down from Wednesday, this after several voice notes circulated on social media.