Dawn breaks on a new way of life for South Africa

Last night, Monday March 23, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a nationwide lockdown that will last for 21 days starting on Thursday March 26 at midnight.

In light of this heavy news, Capetonians were treated to an incredible sunrise over the city on Tuesday, March 24. The bright pink, orange and purple sky seemed to be symbolic of better days to come.

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The sunrise this morning ? can’t help but feel blessed despite everything going on ♥️ #absolutelynofilter #nofilter #capetownsunrise #sunrise

A post shared by Natasha Olivier (@natashah_) on Mar 23, 2020 at 9:50pm PDT

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Good morning! #viewfrommyveranda #sunrise #africansunrise #capetown

A post shared by heleenr (@heleen_rabe) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:28pm PDT

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What a beautiful way to start this day! Forever the girl that gets excited when the sky is in pretty colours! ?❤️ #morningsky #sunrise #stellenboschwinelands #stellenbosch #southafrica #photography #westerncape #wegtydskrif #ontbytsake #stellenboschtourism #stellenboschtravel #instagram_sa #capetown #majesticcapetown #capetowntoday #beautifulnature #colourfulsky #traveltheworld #traveling #lovenature

A post shared by Charné Photography (@charne.photography) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:30pm PDT

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Mother Nature showing off this morning – Let’s keep on keeping on and conquer this Tuesday! . . . . #staymotivated #sunrise #sunrisephotography #capetown #capetownsouthafrica #nofilter #enjoytheeveryday #wakeup #tuesdaymotivation #thankful #nature #beautifuldestinations #naturescanvas

A post shared by Gerhard Redelinghuys (@gerhard_huys) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:20pm PDT

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This world reminding us that even in darkness comes beauty ?✌ . . . . #capetown #beautiful #sky #photo #igers #tats #tattoo #wanderlust #me #picoftheday #photooftheday #fitfam #fitspo

A post shared by Neil Winstanley (@neilwinstanley) on Mar 23, 2020 at 11:09pm PDT

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Good Morning and a Happy Tuesday everyone, please take care out there… #happytuesday #tuesdaylove #morning #morningskies #colourfulsky #naturelovers #naturelover #takecare #capetown

A post shared by Marilyn Seloka?? (@marilyn_bsel) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:18pm PDT

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Radiate ? #dawn #ordinarymagic #capetown #love

A post shared by Michal George (@michal_george) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:17pm PDT

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#wow #sunrise #blessings 24.03.2020 #clouds #presunrise #capetown #falsebay #staysafe

A post shared by Aly (@alyatthebeach) on Mar 23, 2020 at 9:50pm PDT

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Getting up early and going outside seems a little more important when it’s about to be taken away from you. #Capetown Sunrise 6:53am @tiletoria #Surfreport continues on @heart1049fm – we have to stay connected…we’ll appreciate it even more when we’re allowed back on the beach. @capetownisawesome @9milesproject @oceanpledge #plasticfree @wplongboardsurf @reefsouthafrica #parkedfor3weeks with @reedsopel

A post shared by deonbing (@deonbinglive) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:05pm PDT

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A new dawn… meeting at sunrise ? #southafrica #mothercity #capetownlife #capetownliving #capetowninfo #nature #whatabeautifulday #goodmorning #sunrise #cityscape #cbd #highrisebuildings #amazingcapetown #ilovecapetown #capetown #capetownmag #capetownetc #capetownguide #clouds #coastalliving #justloveit

A post shared by Andreas Moolman ?☕️????‍♂️ (@andreasmoolman) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:02pm PDT

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What a way to wake up #capetown #sunrise

A post shared by Beverley Fanella (@farfalla_style) on Mar 23, 2020 at 10:01pm PDT

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Sunrise over Cape Town. In all the chaos of life nature continues its beautiful routine. #sunrise #capetown #nature_perfection #ilovecapetown

A post shared by Joanne Catherine Rowland (@joanne.rowland1) on Mar 23, 2020 at 9:52pm PDT

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We face uncertain and unprecedented times. The morning after our President announced 21 days of lockdown a beautiful sunrise over Cape Town provides some continuity and predictability. The sun will come out tomorrow. Be safe. #covid_19 #coronavirus #lockdown #sunrise #capetown #socialdistancing #health

A post shared by Brett Herron (@brettherron) on Mar 23, 2020 at 9:51pm PDT

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#autumn #sunrise #seapoint #capetown #thisiswhyilivehere #??

A post shared by Yolanda Branca (@yolandabranca) on Mar 23, 2020 at 9:50pm PDT

While we will be faced with uncertainty and challenges over the next few weeks, it is important to focus on the good that is around us rather than to dwell on the negative.

Enjoy the time you have with your family and animals, be grateful for the food in your cupboard, the clothes on your back and for the roof over your head.

Stay safe Cape Town and stay indoors. We are one day closer to normality.

Also read: Tips for staying sane during self-quarantine

Image: Instagram/ @yolandabranca