Let all eligible Kenyans get Covid-19 vaccine now

As of August 17, 2,154,825 vaccines had been administered across the country. [David Njaaga, Standard]

When Covid-19 hit the world in 2020, there was an outcry about a solution. One of the hottest topics was the need for a vaccine against the coronavirus, which has a huge impact on human health and economies.

Since mid-February, seven different Covid-19 vaccines have been rolled out across the world, with vulnerable sectors of the community being prioritised. While a safe and effective vaccine holds the greatest promise against the pandemic, across the globe hesitancy to accept vaccines remains common. Nationally, a situational report by the Ministry of Health show only two per cent in every 100 Kenyans have been vaccinated. The government is conducting vaccination free of charge and is aiming to vaccinate at least 10 million adults by the end of the year.