WHO: Africa Might Miss 70% Vaccination Goal Until Late 2024

The video discusses Africa's challenges in achieving COVID-19 vaccination targets due to limited access and local production capabilities. African leaders are advocating for self-sufficiency in vaccine manufacturing, highlighted at a public health conference. The continent faces vaccine nationalism and hesitancy, with only 7% vaccinated. Efforts led by South Africa and India aim to waive intellectual property rights to boost local production, supported by the US but opposed by some drug companies.

What percentage of medical requirements does Africa import, according to the World Health Organization?

What initiative are South Africa and India leading regarding vaccine production?