In a statement, the government confirmed "Minister Mantashe was admitted to hospital on the advice of their family doctor for better medical attention and monitoring, whilst Mrs Mantashe will continue to self-quarantine at their home." Mantashe and his wife tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday last week.
Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu said on Monday evening he could confirm that Mantashe was receiving medical care. At the time, government said Mantashe instructed those working in his private office to get tested. Other ministers who tested positive for Covid-19 included Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, who has since recovered, and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi.
