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Africa moves another step closer to localized vaccine production

Feb 18, 2022

Africa moves another step closer to localized vaccine production

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From the BBC World Service: As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its third year, the African continent is moving another step closer toward localized vaccine production to get more people inoculated against the virus. Plus: Water is a vital life source – now it's becoming a critical tool in tracking down criminals.

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Victoria Craig Host, BBC

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