Childhood immunisation coverage falls sharply in SA

Original Article by TimesLIVE | 27 August 2026

Childhood immunisation coverage is falling sharply in SA as measles and other diseases spread. See why health officials are concerned.

Childhood immunisation coverage in South Africa declines as health authorities urge catch-up vaccination

Image | Riccardo Niels Mayer | Adobe Stock/453779681

Childhood immunisation coverage is falling sharply in SA as measles and other diseases spread. See why health officials are concerned.

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