CDC chief commends China's support

John Nkengasong, director of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, or Africa CDC, has commended China's efforts in helping African countries access COVID-19 vaccines.

Nkengasong said on Sunday the continent has set a minimum target of at least 60 percent of COVID-19 vaccine immunization.

"We appreciate what China is doing on the continent, and we call on others to join this effort," he said.