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All South Africans over 60 are encouraged to register on the electronic vaccination data system (EVDS) to secure an appointment.
Once you have registered, you will receive an SMS confirming the details of your appointment.
People will not be allowed to choose which jab they get. The Pfizer jabs will be administered mostly in urban areas while the J&J shots are mainly earmarked for rural areas because it can be stored at normal refrigeration temperatures.
South Africa moves to Phase 1B (health workers who have not been vaccinated) and Phase 2 (starting off with people aged 60 and older) of its Covid-19 vaccine rollout today.   ....

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