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Coronavirus: 'South Africa can do this, we've overcome many obstacles' - Ellis

The tactician shared safety precautions as she believes the pandemic can be defeated across the world, especially in South Africa

South Africa women's team head coach Desiree Ellis appealed for cooperation with authorities in combating the coronavirus epidemic.

Banyana Banyana defeated Lesotho 3-0 in their first friendly match ahead of the 2020 African Women's Cup of Nations qualifiers four days after the first reported case in the country on March 4.

Football activities in South Africa are currently grounded due to the virus as the government seeks to slow the spread of Covid-19.