Covax scheme hits 1bn vaccine deliveries despite supply chain struggles

The global Covax scheme, which ships Covid-19 vaccines to low-income countries, has delivered one billion jabs as of today. The UN-backed programme has been knocked by disrupted supply chains and “catastrophic outbreaks” locking up supply, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). Vaccine stockpiling and “hoarding” in wealthier countries has also hindered its progress, the [...]