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Durban conference urges local vaccine production (Level A1) — person holding white and black labeled bottle

Durban conference urges local vaccine productionCEFR A1

24 Oct 2025

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
75 words
  • CPHIA 2025 meets in Durban this week.
  • The meeting opened on Tuesday.
  • Delegates from more than 20 countries attend.
  • The African Union Commission, WHO and UNICEF attend.
  • Gavi and the Global Fund also attend.
  • Blade Nzimande speaks about a new vaccine plan.
  • The plan has a US$3.2 billion investment.
  • The plan aims for 60% local vaccine production by 2040.
  • Speakers warn about cuts in aid spending.
  • The conference will close on Saturday 25 October.

Difficult words

  • leaderA person who guides or directs a group.
    leaders
  • meetTo come together for a discussion or event.
    meeting
  • problemA difficulty or challenge that needs to be solved.
    problems
  • chanceAn opportunity or possibility.
    chances
  • jobA position of employment or work.
    jobs
  • vaccineA substance to help prevent disease.
    vaccines
  • produceTo make or create something.
    production
  • importantHaving 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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