KZN man dies of coronavirus as infections rise to 1 280

It has been reported to that the deceased had an underlying skin cancer condition (melanoma), which had already complicated.

He presented with symptoms of respiratory distress, shortness of breath, cardiac failure, decreased saturation and his temperature was above 38 degrees.

The deceased’s family, 14 health workers, including 3 specialist doctors, who were in contact with him are now in quarantine and being monitored.

"We express our condolences to the family and we thank the doctors and health workers who looked after the deceased patient until his time of passing," Mkhize said.