There's a probability that government will, by the end of the week, open vaccination to all adults over 18.

There’s a probability that government will, by the end of the week, open vaccination to all adults over 18.

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17 August 2021

Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla, during a radio interview, said they are looking at opening vaccination access to over 18s as well. This would, however, be subject to Cabinet approval. The National Coronavirus Command Council is expected to meet today and Cabinet, which has to approve the NCCC decisions, tomorrow.

Merentia Van Der Vent

Merentia joined the media world in 1996 and in 2001, she took her first steps in the broadcasting world. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures in the city. She also likes to learn new dances, not that she is any good at that.

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