- African leaders are meeting in South Africa.
- They want to turn problems into chances.
- Many jobs are lost and aid is cut.
- They talked about making vaccines in Africa.
- Local vaccine production is important.
- Health systems need to be stronger.
Difficult words
- leader — A person who guides or directs a group.leaders
- meet — To come together for a discussion or event.meeting
- problem — A difficulty or challenge that needs to be solved.problems
- chance — An opportunity or possibility.chances
- job — A position of employment or work.jobs
- vaccine — A substance to help prevent disease.vaccines
- produce — To make or create something.production
- important — Having great significance or value.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think local vaccine production is important?
- What problems do you think leaders should focus on?
- How can turning problems into chances help communities?
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