The European Commission has today announced its intention to step up funding to accelerate roll-out and uptake of vaccines and other COVID-19 tools in Africa, with a further €400 million in support. The Commission also foresees a €427 million euros ($450 million) contribution to the Global Pandemic Preparedness Fund to support efforts to prevent and better respond to future pandemics. €300 million support to vaccination in Africa through the COVAX Facility and other partners. €100 million support to accessing other COVID-19 tools: diagnostics, therapeutics and strengthening health systems. €427 ($450) million for the Global Pandemic Preparedness Fund that is to be established, subject to agreement on its governance.

Source: Ethiopian News May 14, 2022 10:58 UTC