NEWSPresident Cyril Ramaphosa will be canvassing G7 nations for support in the struggle that South Africa and India are leading for equitable access to Covid-19 vaccines. South Africa has 61 557 active Covid-19 cases and has been showing signs that most provinces might be hit by a third wave due to the surging number of new infections. Ramaphosa said that he would also be taking a message of hope to the summit about the prospects for South Africa’s recovery and the global recovery. He said that South Africa was invited to the G7 summit because the G7 countries acknowledged the country’s role in driving the continental response to Covid-19. “Gatherings such as the G7 are important opportunities for South Africa to promote its view of a fairer and more peaceful world.

Source: News 24 June 07, 2021 11:48 UTC