ZANZIBAR, May 31 -- ZANZIBAR has achieved significant progress in immunisation, attaining an impressive 92 per cent vaccination coverage rate.

However, authorities have called for intensified public education efforts to help achieve the target of 100 per cent coverage in the coming years.

The revelation was made by the Director of Preventive Services and Health Education at the Ministry of Health, Dr Slim Salim Slim, during a training session for journalists on vaccination.

“We have made remarkable progress, but the remaining eight per cent requires collective efforts. Journalists, in particular, must play a key role in educating the public on the importance of vaccination,” Dr Slim said.

He noted that the government alloc...