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Over 2,5 million Zimbabweans (2 552 573) have received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, while over 1,6 million (1 619 463) have received the second dose by August 29, 2021.

According to Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Monica Mutscangwa, this translates to a national coverage of 29.7 percent and 18.9 percent for the first and second doses, respectively.

She said vaccination in border towns, other hotspots and people’s markets is progressing as scheduled.

“The initial 15 000 doses of the  30 000 Sputnik V vaccine donated by the Serbian Government are expected on 1 September, 2021.

“Cabinet wishes to inform the nation that owing to the tremendous support and acceptance of the vaccination programme by the churches, Government has launched Operation Marah.”

She added: “The churches can now call on Government vaccination teams to vaccinate members against COVID-19. The launch of Operation Marah will drive and accelerate the vaccination programme towards attainment of herd immunity.”