Ghana becomes first country to get free coronavirus vaccines via COVAX

The first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines from COVAX arrive in Accra, Ghana

The first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines from COVAX arrive in Accra, Ghana Source: AAP

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The UN's COVAX scheme aims to reduce the gap between rich countries and the others who cannot afford to purchase doses.

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