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SA and US firm in talks to produce 'game changing' vaccine locally
SA could have its own vaccine manufacturing capability in as little as three years if a deal between local pharmaceutical firm Biovac and a US vaccine developer comes to fruition.
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More than 60k additional doses of J&J vaccine land in SA
The aircraft carrying the consignment from Switzerland touched down at OR Tambo International Airport on Saturday morning.
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Regulatory authority grants approval for Pfizer vaccine...
The use of the Covid-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech has been approved by SA’s regulatory authority. This is the second Covid-19 vaccine to be approved for use in South Africa, after AstraZeneca. South Africa has secured 20 million doses so far.
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WC sets aside R325.6m for COVID-19 vaccine rollout in province
More than 11,300 people have died of COVID-19 in the Western Cape.
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Africa's COVID-19 vaccine rollout so far - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.
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Growing concern over South Africa’s vaccine programme ahead of expected third wave
Experts warn that South Africa is heading towards a third Covid-19 wave with no concrete vaccine rollout plan and some way off its target of vaccinating…
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These are the Clicks pharmacies where you will be able to get your Covid-19 shot
These Clicks pharmacies have been registered to administered the Covid-19 vaccine.
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Dis-Chem plans to set up vaccine sites in malls, outside of its stores
Dis-Chem will set up vaccine sites in shopping malls to help government in its rollout of the Covid-19 vaccines.
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Infection by 501Y.V2 variant gives immunity against other Covid-19 variants – The Citizen
New easily transmissible 501Y.V2 variant leaves those infected immune to other variants, research has found.
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British Airways reopens flights between SA and Victoria Falls
British Airways, operated by Comair in South Africa, has announced on Friday the reopening of bookings for flights between Johannesburg and Victoria Falls for travel starting on May 13.
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Flights to and from Cape Town pick up 'signaling the beginning of recovery'
Flights to and from Cape Town continue to increase, according to City's mayco member for economic opportunities James Vos.
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iSimangaliso to get major makeover | Southern & East African Tourism Update
The iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu Natal is preparing a R4bn (€224m) development and expansion of its tourism products. At an investors’ summit on August 26, the park will present 48 tourism offerings for privatisation as part of its commercialisation strategy. “We are very grateful to Tourism KwaZulu-Natal, who funded our commercialisation strategy,” said iSimangaliso
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16 reasons why the travel ban makes no sense
If the vaccine isn’t enough to set us free, what is?
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Südafrika hat ein Imageproblem: Wie der Tourismus unter der Corona-Mutation leidet
Südafrika hat ein Imageproblem: Wie der Tourismus unter der Corona-Mutation leidet
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Single-dose J&J/Janssen Covid-19 vaccine hopes to speed up SA’s vaccination programme - The Mail & Guardian
A high efficacy rate for a single-dose J&J/Janssen Covid-19 vaccine might help to speed up the much-needed roll-out plan
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Pfizer Covid Vaccine Protects Against South African Variant, ‘Highly Effective’ Against Disease For Six Months, Updated Trial Data Shows
The vaccine has been okayed for emergency use in the U.S. for people aged 16 or older.
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Top vaccinologist defends government’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout - The Mail & Guardian
A group of scientists has criticised the decision to sell SA’s AstraZeneca vaccine and says herd immunity mean vaccines will play a lesser role
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Top vaccinologist defends government’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout - The Mail & Guardian
A group of scientists has criticised the decision to sell SA’s AstraZeneca vaccine and says herd immunity mean vaccines will play a lesser role
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KZN team discovers most mutated covid-19 variant
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Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine approved for general use in South Africa
Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine has been approved by South African regulators for general use days after President Cyril Ramaphosa said the country…
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South Africa to produce 30 million J&J Covid-19 vaccines
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed Aspen Pharmacare will produce the vaccines in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
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Airlines still avoid SA – but three majors could be flying South Africans before May
Airlines still avoid SA – but three majors could be flying South Africans before May
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SA tourism battered by Covid-19: Charts show severe effects of the virus
Covid-19 dealt a colossal wallop to the SA tourism industry, with businesses and people suffering immensely. These charts show consequences.
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Lions optimistic that fans will be allowed to travel to South Africa for summer tour
Lions optimistic that fans will be allowed to travel to South Africa for summer tour
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Inside SA’s bid to reverse foreign tourism collapse
Inside SA’s bid to reverse foreign tourism collapse
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There is no sign of a third wave ’at this point’ - Wits professor
Health economist Professor Alex van den Heever says there is no sign of a third wave in South Africa at this point.
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New Health Passport mobile app could fast-track return of SA tourism and events
A new mobile app solution has launched in South Africa that can provide quick delivery of Covid-19 test results and vaccine certificates.
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KUBAYI-NGUBANE PLEADS WITH PRESIDENCY TO IMPROVE COMMS AROUND VACCINE ROLLOUT
KUBAYI-NGUBANE PLEADS WITH PRESIDENCY TO IMPROVE COMMS AROUND VACCINE ROLLOUT
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Domestic Travel During COVID-19 | CDC
There are several things to consider when deciding whether it is safe for you to travel in the United States. This includes the following: is COVID-19 spreading where you’re going, will you be in close contact with others, are you at higher risk of severe illness if you do get COVID-19, do you have a plan for taking time off from work or school, do you live with someone who is older or has a severe chronic health condition, and is COVID-19 spreading where you live?
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COVID-19 vaccine distribution tender set to be awarded in a few days
Aspen senior executive Stavros Nicolaous says the tender will be awarded to more than one specialist logistics provider company.
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Covid-19 vaccine: Gqeberha plant will soon deliver over 1 million doses, says Mkhize | News24
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says the country is still on track to reach its vaccination targets.
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US and UK tourists may be the first to return to SA in serious numbers - but only from 2022
South Africa is unlikely to see an influx of foreign tourists this year despite the global vaccination drive gaining momentum.
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Cape Town hospital 'Covid-free' after last coronavirus patient discharged | News24
As active coronavirus cases in the Western Cape declined overnight by over 200, a Cape Town hospital announced it was "Covid-free" after it discharged its last Covid-19 patient.
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Things to Know Before Traveling to South Africa in 2021
Things to Know Before Traveling to South Africa in 2021
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Discovery getting ready for ‘mass vaccination’ of members – here’s how it will work
Discovery chief executive officer Adrian Gore says that the healthcare and financial group is ready to launch a ‘mass vaccination programme’ – as soon as enough…
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What we know about the South African coronavirus variant | Coronavirus pandemic News | Al Jazeera
The SARS-CoV-2 virus variant that was first detected in South Africa has spread to dozens of countries.
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Slow vaccine rollout means third-wave risk is still a reality in South Africa: economists
Despite Covid-19 data showing a relatively stable rate of infection a week after the Easter break, it’s still too early to tell whether lockdown measures over…
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This is what you need to know about the EVDS Covid-19 vaccine registration process
As many South Africans prepare to enroll for the second phase of the Covid-19 vaccine programme, here is the entire process from registration to vaccination.
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Covid-19: Western Cape out of the woods for now, but vigilance still required
Covid-19: Western Cape out of the woods for now, but vigilance still required
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Covid-19 watch continues but some Western Cape hospitals have no patients
As the watch continues for an increase in Covid-19 cases following the long Easter weekend, some hospitals in the Western Cape are fortunate enough to have no Covid-19 patients.
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Back to business as usual for South Africa's airlines at last - SA Airlines
South Africa's troubled airline industry is slowly getting off the ground as Covid-19 eases off again in the country and the vaccination programme continues. Kulula is the latest of South Africa's airlines to resume a semblance of normal operations...
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New US consul positive about the vaccine roll-out | U.S. Embassy & Consulates in South Africa
New US consul positive about the vaccine roll-out | U.S. Embassy & Consulates in South Africa
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Second phase of South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccinations to begin on 17 May
Health minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, has announced that the second phase of the country’s vaccination rollout will begin on 17 May.
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We will be able to vaccinate 150,000 people a day in South Africa: medical aid
Medical aid Bonitas says that is actively preparing for phase 2 of the country’s Covid-19 vaccination rollout as well as a possible third wave.
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Registration for vaccines to open for all on 16 April,...
The Health Department has revealed details of the phased roll-out, including to the elderly, workers over 40 and those in congregate settings such as old-age homes and prisons.
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Covid-19: SA looks to partner with US firm to develop vaccine-manufacturing capabilities | News24
South Africa could enter into a partnership in the next 18 months with Kentucky Bioprocessing, in the hope of growing local vaccine-manufacturing capabilities.
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After delays, South Africa announces mass vaccination drive - The Washington Post
After a false start and an unconventional test run, South Africa has announced the launch of its mass vaccination campaign
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Covid-19: SA's infection rate set to remain low over next few weeks, AI system predicts | News24
The AI early detection system was designed by the University of the Witwatersrand, in partnership with iThemba LABS, the Gauteng government and York University in Canada.
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Cape Town Continues To Be A Top Destination For Muslim Travelers - iAfrica
Cape Town Continues To Be A Top Destination For Muslim Travelers
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Statement By The Minister Of Health, On The FDA’s Temporary Suspension Of Johnson And Johnson Vaccine - SA Corona Virus Online Portal
Statement by the Minister of Health, Dr Zwelini Mkhize, on the FDA’s Temporary Suspension of Johnson and Johnson vaccine rollout in the United States.
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Remote work in Cape Town
Remote work in Cape Town
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Why we suspended the J&J COVID-19 vaccine rollout: SAHPRA
During a World Health Organization (WHO) Africa media briefing, South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) CEO Dr Boitumelo Semete explained why South Africa decided to temporarily pause the rollout of the J&J COVID-19 vaccine.
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'We are procuring vaccines from a number of areas' - Ramaphosa | News24
President Cyril Ramaphosa says while the Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout has been halted, the government was exploring other options and expecting other vaccines soon.
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Eight Months: SA's best-case scenario to vaccinate 67%...
South Africa’s vaccine task team believes that 67% of people over 18 can be inoculated by the end of December. The Johnson & Johnson pause will not impact the roll-out, says the vaccine Ministerial Advisory Committee chairperson.
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SA vaccine tracker: Over 60s can register, and a vaccine-injury roadblock is finally on the move
Here's what you need to know about the status of Covid-19 vaccination in South Africa.
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AstraZeneca Could Have Vaccine Against South African Variant By End-2021: Report
A modified version of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine tailored to combat a coronavirus variant first documented in South Africa could be ready by the end of 2021, an AstraZeneca official in Austria said in an interview published on Sunday.
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South African variant may 'break through' Pfizer vaccine protection, but vaccine highly effective, Israeli study says | Reuters
The coronavirus variant discovered in South Africa can break through the protection provided by Pfizer Inc and BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to some extent, a real-world data study in Israel found. However, the variant's prevalence in Israel is very low and the vaccine remains highly effective.
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OVER 200 000 elderly South Africans registered for vaccine roll-out within 24 hours
OVER 200 000 elderly South Africans registered for vaccine roll-out within 24 hours
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Covid-19 registrations for phase two open amid suspension - The Mail & Guardian
Phase two of the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out aims to commence mid-May. People eligible for this phase, including over-60s, can now register online
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This pandemic is a long way from over, Covid-19 experts agree
SA among highest death rates in the world, says professor Shabir Madhi.
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SA business group to help vaccinate 160 000 a day - Moneyweb
SA had vaccinated 292 623 health-care workers as of April 15.
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SA vaccine tracker: Over 60s can register, and a vaccine-injury roadblock is finally on the move
Here's what you need to know about the status of Covid-19 vaccination in South Africa.
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Südafrika steht besser da als erwartet
Südafrika steht besser da als erwartet
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Date set for launch of Newark-JNB flight
United Airlines will launch a daily Newark-Johannesburg service on June 3, subject to government approval.
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COVID-19 measures eased for travellers from Hong Kong, UK, South Africa and vaccinated people in official delegations: MOH
COVID-19 measures eased for travellers from Hong Kong, UK, South Africa and vaccinated people in official delegations: MOH
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Researchers hope to restart J&J vaccination next week - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.
Researchers hope to restart J&J vaccination next week - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.
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No indication of third wave as vaccinations get ramped up
As the country recorded 100 deaths last Friday, and infection rates plateauing after steadily decreasing, there is still no indication of a third wave.
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Government will lift suspension of Johnson & Johnson vaccine programme | News24
Cabinet has agreed to lift the suspension of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine programme, acting Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has announced.
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SA researchers hope to resume J&J vaccination study next week
South African researchers hope to next week resume a study using Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine to immunise healthcare workers, one of the scientists leading the programme said on Wednesday.
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South Africa set to lift Johnson & Johnson vaccine suspension
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s cabinet has welcomed the recommendation by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority to lift the suspension of the…
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SA tourism industry wants explanation for US travel warning
The US State Department this week issued a level 4 warning. The reasons stated included the coronavirus pandemic, violent crime, protests and strikes.
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Misunderstanding Covid-19 management is harming SA's tourism brand, minister warns | Fin24
International engagements by Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane indicated an increased misunderstanding about how SA is managing the coronavirus pandemic.
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South Africa Declares J&J Shots Safe, Roll-out Set to Resume
South Africa Declares J&J Shots Safe, Roll-out Set to Resume
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US places SA on 'do not travel' list
US places SA on 'do not travel' list
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The reasons South Africa's COVID-19 vaccine programme looks bleak
At the current vaccination pace it will take over a decade for South Africa to reach herd immunity, with many lives lost along the way.
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Singapore Airlines is carrying South Africans again – but only as transit passengers
Singapore Airlines is carrying South Africans again – but only as transit passengers
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South Africa is Travel Ready Initiative - YouTube
In our most recent webinar "Country Catch Up", we had Natalia Rosa from South Africa is Travel Ready give us insight into the situation on the ground and wha...
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Covid-19: Third wave could be less severe - health department tells Parliament | News24
In the absence of a new Covid-19 variant, South Africans can expect the peak of a possible third wave of infections to be lower than what was seen during the second wave.
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Travel restrictions hit South Africa as parts of the world begin to open up
As the world looks to resume international travel again, South Africa is facing increased restrictions due to concerns around the country’s 501Y.V2 variant of…
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South Africa to Add Sputnik, Sinopharm Shots to Vaccine Ar
South Africa to Add Sputnik, Sinopharm Shots to Vaccine Ar
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SA has now 'secured' enough vaccines for herd immunity – now for the hard part
"Between May and October, we’re going to try to vaccinate 16.5 million people," says health writer Laura Lopez Gonzalez.
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SA wants Chinese and Russian vaccines for 10 million people – but regulators say not yet
SA wants Chinese and Russian vaccines for 10 million people – but regulators say not yet
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The reasons South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccine programme looks bleak - Moneyweb
The economic cost of the pandemic is evident on the streets and healthcare facilities have been under considerable strain during the waves of the pandemic.
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SA's ports remain on high alert for COVID-19 | SAnews
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has assured the public that South Africa is on high alert for the B.1.617 Coronavirus variant.
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40 million South Africans expected to be vaccinated with current Covid-19 budget
National Treasury Director-General Dondo Mogajane says the R4.350bn budget for Covid-19 vaccines is expected to accommodate 40 million South Africans.
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