Forget Covid-19, the next pandemic will be more expensive

Covid-19 vaccine during the launch of the vaccination campaign at Kenyatta National Hospital on March 5, 2021. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Health experts have asked the country to invest in stronger health systems and research in public health to curb future pandemics.

Amref Health Africa Group CEO Dr Githinji Gitahi says strong disease surveillance systems and vaccine manufacturers are crucial considering Covid-19 may not be the last pandemic.