October 11 is the United Nations International Day of the Girl Child, a day to commemorate young women and girls globally and highlight the obstacles they face in fulfilling their potential. As part of the United...
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Learning from the experience of others – vaccine rollouts from around the world
“Fools say that they learn by experience. I prefer to profit by others’ experience.” ― Otto von Bismarck Six months have passed since the first COVID-19 vaccine was administered in Coventry, England in December 2020....
A stronger and more united Africa?
Strong medicine: the COVID-19 effect Despite immense challenges, the coronavirus pandemic could offer a unique opportunity for transformative change across the continent Despite the devastating worldwide effects of the...
The largest immunisation drive: Is Africa ready?
One of the largest immunisation drives in Africa’s history is about to commence and African governments must urgently ramp up their readiness, both on the front end with the administration of the vaccine as well as on...
The impact of South Africa’s governance response to COVID-19
When COVID-19 first struck, South African policymakers reacted promptly and implemented one of the world’s strictest lockdowns for five consecutive weeks. Despite that, and a slow release of the...
Rethinking Public Healthcare Systems In Africa: a Covid-19 reflection
‘The right to life’ is fundamental; an imprescriptible right inherent to all human beings. The Equity and Human Rights Commission states that governments should take appropriate measures to safeguard life by “taking...
