Correct option is A
Ghana was the first country to receive free COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX scheme of the United Nations. This initiative aims to ensure equitable distribution of vaccines globally, particularly to low and middle-income countries.
Important Key Points:
1. The COVAX initiative is co-led by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, WHO, and CEPI.
2. Ghana received 600,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine in February 2021.
3. The initiative ensures that no country is left behind in the fight against COVID-19.
4. COVAX aims to deliver at least 2 billion doses by the end of 2021.
Information Booster:
Nigeria: The most populous country in Africa, also received vaccines through COVAX.
Africa: Refers to the continent, not a specific country.
Sudan: Also a recipient of COVAX vaccines, facing challenges due to conflicts and economic issues.