A healthcare worker receives the Johnson and Johnson Covid-19 vaccination at Khayelitsha Hospital near Cape Town, South Africa February 17, 2021. ― Reuters file picBRAZZAVILLE, May 7 — The World Health Organization on Thursday warned of a new wave of Covid-19 infections in Africa due to delayed vaccine supplies, a slow rollout and new variants.
“The delay in the delivery of vaccine doses from the Serum Institute of India earmarked for Africa, the delay in the deployment of vaccines and the emergence of new variants means that the risk of a new wave of infections remains very high in Africa,” it said in a statement. “The tragedy in India does not have to happen here in Africa, but we must all be on the highest possible alert,” said regional WHO director Matshidiso Moeti.
Africa now accounts for only one percent of vaccine doses administered globally, the WHO said — down from 2 per cent a few weeks ago, as other regions’ rollouts are progressing much faster.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Covid: ‘Sad’ Aidilfitri for Dr Annuar as Covid cases still high in Sibu | Malay MailSIBU, May 13 — Sarawak Public Health and Housing Assistant Minister Dr Annuar Rapaee said he was “sad and very worried” when asked about the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration today as the country faces the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr Annuar, who is also the Nangka state assemblyman, said he was very...
Source: malaymail - 🏆 1. / 86 Read more »
Stars of TV drama Covid Oh Covid Nora Danish, Tiz Zaqyah infected with Covid-19Both actresses updated their fans on their condition through Instagram on Sunday (May 9). Deme belakon dalam cite oh covid, penyudahnye kene jugak in real....bertabah le kome, moga dijauhkan dari variant tak selamat...
Source: staronline - 🏆 4. / 75 Read more »
Argentina confirms first cases of Covid-19 variants from India, South Africa | Malay MailBUENOS AIRES, May 11 ― Argentina's Health Ministry yesterday confirmed its first cases of the more contagious Covid-19 variants discovered in India and South Africa in three travellers returning to the South American country from Europe. The Indian variant of the coronavirus was detected in two...
Source: malaymail - 🏆 1. / 86 Read more »
As Covid-19 rages in India, scientist warns further waves ‘inevitable’ | Malay MailNEW DELHI, May 5 — A top scientific adviser to the Indian government warned today the country would inevitably face further waves of the coronavirus pandemic, as almost 4,000 people died in the space of a day. With hospitals scrabbling for beds and oxygen in response to a deadly second surge in...
Source: malaymail - 🏆 1. / 86 Read more »
Covid-19 lockdown rebel wins Madrid regional election | Malay MailMADRID, May 5 — Madrid’s conservative regional leader won a landslide re-election yesterday, propelled to victory by her refusal to close down bars and shops during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hundreds of flag-waving supporters gathered outside the People’s Party (PP) headquarters, chanting...
Source: malaymail - 🏆 1. / 86 Read more »