Vaccine vacations are fast gaining momentum - but South Africans have limited access

South Africa's vaccine roll-out is slow compared to other countries. This coupled with the travel restrictions imposed on South Africa may restrict South Africans from getting vaccinated elsewhere.

Reuters reported that South Africa ordered enough Covid-19 vaccines for 46 million of its 60 million people via bilateral deals with Johnson & Johnson and Pfizer.As the country waits in limbo, many destinations are offering vaccines to travellers visiting their country. However, the travel bans and border closures may make it hard for South Africans to obtain vaccines elsewhere if a potential third wave hits the country.

Travel Sad that the govt does not realize that the quicker the country gets vaccinated the quicker tourism can open and the economy can prosper but clearly they not that concerned

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