The idea has been floated by Limpopo Health MEC, Phophi Ramathuba, who has won national acclaim for the province’s relatively successful vaccination programme.

According to Business Day, the proposal is due to be presented to the National Health Council on Thursday by an advisory body made up of leaders from the lower spheres of government that report to Health Minister Joe Phaahla.

It might put SA a step closer to considering vaccination passports as the country has seen a slowing in vaccination take-up.

The SA Liquor Brand Owners Association said it would discuss Ramathuba’s proposal at a meeting on Wednesday. Chair Sibani Mngadi said like most in business, the industry’s initial reaction has been to promote vaccination among thousands of people employed in the sector. The industry is reviewing any potential approach in supporting a broader societal agenda to encourage vaccination, Mngadi said.

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