Authorities are concerned that a large delivery of Covid jabs could be wasted in South Sudan

In a country where survival is a daily struggle, the spread of coronavirus adds a new layer of concern. Despite the availability of free vaccines, there is widespread hesitancy due to fear and mistrust. Many believe they are protected by their faith or ethnicity, and the pandemic's global nature seems distant in local markets. In Juba, efforts to promote vaccination face challenges, with only a fraction of the available doses used and many set to expire. The hospital director is actively trying to encourage vaccinations, even involving foreign nationals to demonstrate the vaccine's safety and effectiveness. However, if the vaccines expire unused, it could be disastrous for future supplies.

Discuss the role of community leaders in promoting vaccine uptake in Juba.

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What are the potential consequences if the vaccines in Juba expire without being used?

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