COVID-19: Vic Falls achieves herd immunity

Herald Reporter

The resort town of Victoria Falls has achieved herd immunity with over 77 percent of the population having received their second Covid-19 vaccination.

A mass vaccination programme was launched in the town last month as part of efforts to revive the tourism sector, on which the economy of Vic Falls relies.

President Mnangagwa today applauded the health officials who worked to achieve the impressive feat.

“Victoria Falls has now achieved herd immunity! Last month, I received my first COVID-19 vaccine in Victoria Falls.

I am immensely proud that over 77 percent of the city’s inhabitants have received their second jab.

Thank you to all the health officials who have made this possible,” he said.

Victoria Falls has an estimated eligible population of 25 000 and Government deliberately supplied the town with 60 000 doses of the Sinovac vaccine to cater for all residents as part of a plan to ensure a safe return to business.

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