Launch of the second phase of polio vaccination in Goma

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Launch of the second phase of polio vaccination in Goma

On April 30, 2026, the second wave of the polio vaccination campaign was launched in Goma, targeting children aged 0 to 59 months. This operation aims to strengthen collective immunity in North Kivu, specifically in 19 health zones, including Goma, Lubero, Masisi, Nyiragongo, and Rutshuru. Over 2.4 million children are targeted, with vaccination activities continuing until May 2.

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