No more PCR tests for the vaccinated to get into SA, Ramaphosa announces

[Charlie P]

Looks like they are cancelling the PCR test requirement to get into RSA!

"No more PCR tests for the vaccinated to get into SA, Ramaphosa announces"​

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[Scott CWO]

Hopefully this spreads like wildfire to the other African countries.

 

[BnC 04]

I see a light at the end of the tunnel on this Covid rollercoaster. Here's to hoping the light stays true and bright!

 

[R.M.C.]

Cool!! I'll take any good news about this covid bullshit I can get lol thanks for sharing.

 

[JimP]

The key words in this press release is right here:

As long as you are vaccinated, that is. Those not jabbed will still need a recent test result.

I'm good to go if it stays that way but I know that there are others out there that have hunts planned that have not been vaccinated And then there are those who have had covid, recovered, and never got vaccinated who will still be in limbo land.

 

[sureshot375]

I’m worried they are going to require the booster to be considered fully vaccinated. I’m pretty committed to not getting anymore of these shots at this point.

 

[sierraone]

I have never had an issue with taking shots or vaccines. I am anticipating #4 (a second booster)related to Covid within a couple of months.

 

[YancyW]

I’m worried they are going to require the booster to be considered fully vaccinated. I’m pretty committed to not getting anymore of these shots at this point.

It's pretty easy to get a "booster" shot on your current card....

 

[375Fox]

I’m worried they are going to require the booster to be considered fully vaccinated. I’m pretty committed to not getting anymore of these shots at this point.

It will go according to the WHO definition of fully vaccinated. I’m going to Spain next month, the definition of fully vaccinated remains same, but they require last shot to be within 270 days.

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

I’m worried they are going to require the booster to be considered fully vaccinated. I’m pretty committed to not getting anymore of these shots at this point.

I am noticing a lot of countries going this route. It might very well be the same for here. Personally, I have only had the original two shots with zero boosters.

 

[Mark Biggerstaff]

I am like a couple others. Does fully vaccinated mean boosters? I had first two doses but no boosters. I had a bad reaction from second shot and my doctors advise not to take boosters.

 

[SFRanger7GP]

It will go according to the WHO definition of fully vaccinated. I’m going to Spain next month, the definition of fully vaccinated remains same, but they require last shot to be within 270 days.

We saw that for Spain as well. We have a hunt for ibex booked for November. I have not heard of anyone getting a 2nd booster yet. We are going to keep watching and waiting as the rules change constantly. However, you are headed to Spain next month. Have you asked any of the clinics about a second booster for travel?

Safe travels

 

[sierraone]

We saw that for Spain as well. We have a hunt for ibex booked for November. I have not heard of anyone getting a 2nd booster yet. We are going to keep watching and waiting as the rules change constantly. However, you are headed to Spain next month. Have you asked any of the clinics about a second booster for travel?

Safe travels

If the Ffizer gets approved it will be for only 65 and older. If the Moderna gets approved it will be for all adults. Both have requested approval. All my earlier shots have been Ffizer. I am 69 so either way, I get it.

 

[BRICKBURN]

Partial re-opening of borders (as updated on 22 March 2022)​

75. (1)(a) The 21 land borders which are fully operational will remain as such and the 32 land borders which were closed will remain closed except for the Telle Bridge Port of Entry which will reopen on the commencement of this amendment to the Regulations.
(b) The Cabinet member responsible for Home Affairs may, from the date of commencement of this amendment to the Regulations, issue directions regarding the opening and closing of any further Ports of Entry.

(2) Traveling to and from the Republic from neighbouring countries is allowed, subject to subregulation (3): Provided that travellers who are-
(a) fully vaccinated must upon arrival at the land border, produce, a valid vaccination certificate; and
(b) unvaccinated must upon arrival at the land border, provide a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 test, recognised by the World Health Organisation, which was obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel.

(3) Daily commuters from neighbouring countries who attend or teach at a school in the Republic, and who are allowed entry into and exit from the Republic, are subject to compliance with protocols relating to-
(a) screening for COVID -19 and quarantine or isolation, where necessary;
(b) the wearing of a face mask;
(c) transportation; and
(d) sanitisation and social distancing measures as per the relevant health protocols on safety and prevention of the spread of COVID-19.

(4) (a) International air travel is restricted to the following airports-
(i) OR Tambo International Airport:
(ii) King Shaka International Airport;
(iii) Cape Town International Airport:
(iv) Lanseria International Airport; and
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
(b) Long-haul flight departures and landings at the airports listed in paragraph (a) are permitted during the hours of curfew as provided for in regulation 68(1).
(c) All international travellers arriving at the Ports of Entry listed in paragraph (a) who are-
(i) fully vaccinated must upon arrival at the Port of Entry, produce a valid vaccination certificate; and
(ii) unvaccinated must upon arrival at the Port of Entry, provide a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 test, recognised by the World Health Organisation, which was obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel.
(d) In the event of the traveller's failure to submit a certificate as proof of a negative COVID-19 test, the traveller will be required to do an antigen test on arrival at his or her own cost and in the event of a traveller testing positive for COVID-19, he or she will be required to isolate him or herself at his or her own cost, for a period of 10 days.
(e) Outbound travellers from South Africa must comply with the requirements of the country of destination.

(5) All commercial seaports will remain open and small crafts will be allowed entry into seaports, in-line with all health and border law enforcement protocols.

https://www.gov.za/covid-19/about/coronavirus-covid-19-alert-level-1


Examples of the "International Standard" referred to in RSA policy.

CURRENTLY:

https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/t...ed-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully


Of course, the next possibility. "Up to date" could be coming.

On Monday, British prime minister Boris Johnson admitted that to be fully vaccinated no longer meant having two COVID jabs but rather three doses in order to prevent pandemic restrictions from being reinforced in the UK.
https://www.euronews.com/next/2021/...cinated-about-to-change-to-mean-3-vaccine-dos

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

Partial re-opening of borders (as updated on 22 March 2022)​

75. (1)(a) The 21 land borders which are fully operational will remain as such and the 32 land borders which were closed will remain closed except for the Telle Bridge Port of Entry which will reopen on the commencement of this amendment to the Regulations.
(b) The Cabinet member responsible for Home Affairs may, from the date of commencement of this amendment to the Regulations, issue directions regarding the opening and closing of any further Ports of Entry.

(2) Traveling to and from the Republic from neighbouring countries is allowed, subject to subregulation (3): Provided that travellers who are-
(a) fully vaccinated must upon arrival at the land border, produce, a valid vaccination certificate; and
(b) unvaccinated must upon arrival at the land border, provide a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 test, recognised by the World Health Organisation, which was obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel.

(3) Daily commuters from neighbouring countries who attend or teach at a school in the Republic, and who are allowed entry into and exit from the Republic, are subject to compliance with protocols relating to-
(a) screening for COVID -19 and quarantine or isolation, where necessary;
(b) the wearing of a face mask;
(c) transportation; and
(d) sanitisation and social distancing measures as per the relevant health protocols on safety and prevention of the spread of COVID-19.

(4) (a) International air travel is restricted to the following airports-
(i) OR Tambo International Airport:
(ii) King Shaka International Airport;
(iii) Cape Town International Airport:
(iv) Lanseria International Airport; and
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
(b) Long-haul flight departures and landings at the airports listed in paragraph (a) are permitted during the hours of curfew as provided for in regulation 68(1).
(c) All international travellers arriving at the Ports of Entry listed in paragraph (a) who are-
(i) fully vaccinated must upon arrival at the Port of Entry, produce a valid vaccination certificate; and
(ii) unvaccinated must upon arrival at the Port of Entry, provide a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 test, recognised by the World Health Organisation, which was obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel.
(d) In the event of the traveller's failure to submit a certificate as proof of a negative COVID-19 test, the traveller will be required to do an antigen test on arrival at his or her own cost and in the event of a traveller testing positive for COVID-19, he or she will be required to isolate him or herself at his or her own cost, for a period of 10 days.
(e) Outbound travellers from South Africa must comply with the requirements of the country of destination.

(5) All commercial seaports will remain open and small crafts will be allowed entry into seaports, in-line with all health and border law enforcement protocols.

https://www.gov.za/covid-19/about/coronavirus-covid-19-alert-level-1


Examples of the "International Standard" referred to in RSA policy.

CURRENTLY:

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https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/t...ed-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully


Of course, the next possibility. "Up to date" could be coming.

On Monday, British prime minister Boris Johnson admitted that to be fully vaccinated no longer meant having two COVID jabs but rather three doses in order to prevent pandemic restrictions from being reinforced in the UK.
https://www.euronews.com/next/2021/...cinated-about-to-change-to-mean-3-vaccine-dos

"Fully Vaccinated" will be determined by the destination country. These are the stipulations according to Canada. Might very well be different for Africa.

 

[BRICKBURN]

"Fully Vaccinated" will be determined by the destination country. These are the stipulations according to Canada. Might very well be different for Africa.

Marius, as I noted in my post: "International standard" is what the RSA policy refers to.

I have provided examples of two definitions of "Fully Vaccinated" USA's CDC and the Government of Canada.

Sadly, the WHO site did not have a readily available example to provide.

Each country may choose some other definition. Thus far, the world's governments have been following the recommended dosages for the various vaccines from the manufacturers, as directed by ongoing research.
Some countries do not recognize a variety of vaccines. Ensure that the vaccine on your proof of vaccination is accepted in your intended travel destination.

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

Marius, as I noted in my post: "International standard" is what the RSA policy refers to.

I have provided examples of two definitions of "Fully Vaccinated" USA's CDC and the Government of Canada.

Sadly, the WHO site did not have a readily available example to provide.

Each country may choose some other definition. Thus far, the world's governments have been following the recommended dosages for the various vaccines from the manufacturers, as directed by ongoing research.
Some countries do not recognize a variety of vaccines. Ensure that the vaccine on your proof of vaccination is accepted in your intended travel destination.

Noted

 

[Huntingjrsy22]

I called United today to ask about my trip to South Africa next week, and was told that SA's definition is the same as the US

 

[HuntingGold]

I'm sitting in OR Tambo now. Unvaccinated rebel. Had to do the PCR test to get on the plane... I think I've shown it 3 times now. Boarding for PE in an hour! Maybe have some powder burnt by sundown

 

[Philip Glass]

It will all be over soon. He knows that there are many folks still not traveling due to restrictions. The travel industry is in his ear. Won’t be long now.
Philip