More COVID-19 vaccines expire in April

Covid vaccine arrival  PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES
Covid vaccine arrival PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES

Yesterday (Sunday) marked a year since Botswana started its vaccination programme on March 27, 2021. Though the country has done exceptionally well in its COVID-19 vaccination drive, some vaccines will expire on the coming weekend as booster shot numbers have also slowed down.

Health and Wellness minister, Dr Edwin Dikoloti called on legislators in Parliament on Friday to encourage more people to vaccinate rather than concentrate on the issue of expired vaccines.

Dikoloti had just delivered a vaccination report statement when Serowe South Legislator, Leepetswe Lesedi, asked the minister if there were any expired vaccines and at what value.

Editor's Comment
Bravo, Matlala JSS for recognising employees!

Last Friday, Matlala Junior Secondary School (JSS) in Tlokweng did just that – they organised an event to honour their teachers and support staff. This gesture is truly commendable, as teachers occupy a pivotal role in the lives of our children.To be completely candid, teachers are the ones who shape our children from a very tender age, investing a significant amount of time in their growth and development. It's not uncommon to hear parents...

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