As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the world, a quarter of the global population still remains unvaccinated, even five years after the virus first emerged. The lack of access to vaccines has especially taken a toll on the African continent, where vaccine inequity has been a major concern.
In the first episode of Flatten the Curve, the question arises: Can a pandemic treaty help end vaccine inequity in Africa? The video delves into the challenges that African countries have faced in obtaining and distributing vaccines, as well as the potential benefits of a global treaty to address these issues.
One of the key issues highlighted in the video is the hoarding of vaccines by wealthier countries, leaving developing nations struggling to secure enough doses for their populations. This has led to devastating consequences, with many African countries facing severe outbreaks and struggling to control the spread of the virus.
The idea of a pandemic treaty is proposed as a way to ensure equitable access to vaccines and other medical resources during times of crisis. By establishing guidelines for fair distribution and cooperation among nations, such a treaty could help prevent future outbreaks and ensure that all countries have access to life-saving vaccines.
While the road to ending vaccine inequity in Africa is long and complex, the video makes a compelling case for the importance of global cooperation in addressing these issues. By working together to provide vaccines to all countries, we can help flatten the curve and bring an end to the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Watch the video by Al Jazeera English
Video “Can a pandemic treaty end vaccine inequity in Africa? | Flatten the Curve | EP 1” was uploaded on 10/10/2024 to Youtube Channel Al Jazeera English