Booster Shots Make ‘Mockery of Vaccine Equity,' WHO Says

The video discusses the impact of COVID-19 on Africa, highlighting the fragile situation with rising variants and low vaccine coverage. Despite increased vaccine shipments, global inequity poses challenges. The video emphasizes the need for equitable vaccine distribution to prevent further mutations and achieve global recovery. It outlines goals to vaccinate 20-30% of Africa's population by year-end.

What is the current situation regarding COVID-19 variants in Africa?

• There are no variants of concern in Africa.

• Multiple variants are present across many African countries.

• Variants are only present in a few countries.

• All variants have been eradicated.

What percentage of Africans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19?

• 50%

• 25%

• 2%

• 10%

How do booster shots in richer countries affect Africa?

• They threaten vaccine equity and future prospects for Africa.

• They help increase vaccine supply in Africa.

• They have no impact on Africa.

• They ensure Africa receives more vaccines.

What is the consequence of not vaccinating at-risk groups globally?

• It will have no impact on the pandemic.

• It will result in fewer mutations of the virus.

• It will lead to a faster recovery from the pandemic.

• It will cause unnecessary deaths and potential virus mutations.

What is the target vaccination percentage for Africa by the end of the year?

• 50%

• 10%

• 70%

• 30%