Gavi
Coverage of Gavi in the Nexus archive.
- Africa moves ahead with vaccine manufacturing ambitions
Africa aims to produce 60% of its vaccines locally by 2040, supported by Gavi's $1.2 billion African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator. Initial disbursements to African manufacturers are expected in 2026, alongside efforts to secure technology transfer agreements and long-term funding for sustainable production.
- Tourist surge forces curbs on visitor movement in Kerala’s Gavi
Kerala Forest Development Corporation has imposed a strict ban on tourists entering narrow lanes of labour settlements and surrounding forest areas in Gavi, Kerala, due to a surge in visitors. Warning boards have been installed to caution tourists about the restrictions.
- Man held on charge of rape, murder of Anganwadi worker in Gavi
A man has been arrested for the alleged rape and murder of an Anganwadi worker in Gavi. The accused confessed to killing the woman during an altercation but denied committing sexual assault.
- Scientists race to develop Ebola vaccines
Scientists are developing four Ebola vaccines to address the Bundibugyo strain outbreak in eastern DR Congo, with two candidates potentially entering clinical trials by summer. The outbreak, which has reported over 500 cases, faces challenges including delayed detection and reduced health resources due to aid cuts. The Africa CDC has urged strengthened border screening measures to prevent cross-border transmission.
- Rubio Suggests U.S. Return to Global Vaccine Program in Rebuke of Kennedy
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the State Department will re-engage with Gavi, a global vaccine program, and this move is presented as a rebuke of Kennedy.
- A Danish Couple’s Maverick African Research Finds Its Moment in RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Policy
A Danish couple's research on vaccines has gained attention in the US, particularly from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who cited their study to justify cutting funding for global vaccination initiatives. The researchers' findings suggest that certain vaccines may have non-specific effects, including increased mortality in girls. However, their studies have been met with criticism and debate.
- Bipartisan senators press Trump admin on funding vaccines for poor countries
Bipartisan senators are urging the Trump administration to restore $600 million in funding for Gavi, an international humanitarian group that distributes vaccines to developing countries. The funding is being withheld by the State Department. Senators Susan Collins and Jeanne Shaheen led the effort.