The World Health Organisation has stated a large number of third world nations lack enough doses to continue COVAX programmes.

The global sharing scheme has delivered 90 doses to 131 countries, though the number is said to not be enough in protecting populations from the virus’ continual spread.

Additionally the vaccine distribution has been hampered by supply disruptions and manufacturing delays, leading to shortages for nations entirely reliant on COVAX.

COVAX was implemented to ensure poorer nations gained access to Covid doses, with wealthier countries subsidising costs.