Queries persist on use of new Russian vaccine

CAS Ministry of Health Dr Mercy Mwangangi during the 165th daily media briefing on Covid-19 with emphasis on immunisation services at MOH offices. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Controversies around the importation, licensing and usage of a Covid-19 vaccine are threatening to derail a mass vaccination programme by the government as it battles to contain a third wave of the virus.

The Sputnik V Covid vaccine has come under increased scrutiny as the public, including lawmakers, question the importation and certification of the vaccine by private companies whose identities are yet to be known.