we ve seen a totally different picture. we ve seen a milder and moderate version of covid-19. as the waves off in south africa of omicron, what comes next? globally, we ve really got to try to find the sweet spot. and by that i mean trying to find a way that societies can begin to function again normally. reporter: in suwetta, they aren t just functioning, they re thriving. i m very excited because i m still alive. reporter: scientists here believe that the high levels of prior infection and substantial vaccination rates around 40% of adults are fully vaccinated, significantly softened omicron s impact. early indications are that the variant itself may be less deadly. how do you feel about this year? i think now it s going to be