The secretary-general - remarks at virtual meeting with the African group

Abstract

The Secretary-General remarks at virtual meeting with the African group. According to him, Africa has reported more than four million cases. Sadly, more than 100,000 Africans have lost their lives. He further noted that, the United Nations is fully committed to working closely with African countries on the vaccine roll-out. COVAX – the global vaccine equity mechanism – has started delivery around the world, including to some of the lowest-income countries. As of 21 March, 26 African countries have received more than 15 million COVAX doses. The world needs to unite to produce and distribute sufficient vaccines for all, which means at least doubling manufacturing capacity around the world.