The Delta variant is beginning to spread throughout South Africa.
This is the most transmissible version of the virus so far, meaning it is able to spread much more efficiently from person to person than other variants.
The concern is that this variant will drive a surge in infections during the country’s third wave.
We break down four things you should know about the latest Covid-19 variant in SA.
*This story was produced by the Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism. Sign up for the newsletter.