Luanda: The National Public Health Director, Helga Freitas, announced that vaccination coverage in Angola has reached 70% due to the government's concerted efforts to acquire and distribute vaccines nationwide. Speaking during World Immunization Day on June 9, Freitas emphasized that while the coverage is below the 95% recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), vaccination remains the most effective strategy to reduce infant mortality and protect against preventable diseases. According to Angola Press News Agency, Freitas acknowledged the challenges in achieving the WHO-recommended 95% coverage, citing difficulties such as access to vaccination services and parents' availability, particularly mothers juggling work and other responsibilities. Despite these obstacles, she praised the positive outcomes of the National Immunization Program, noting improvements in service expansion and vaccine storage capabilities. Freitas reported that Angola currently operates approximately 1,300 health units with imm unization programs, equipped with adequate vaccine storage, which enhances public access to vaccination services. The Health Ministry employs advanced teams to reach remote communities, ensuring children in distant areas receive vaccinations. "The biggest challenge continues to be access," Freitas stated, highlighting the importance of mobile teams in delivering vaccination and other critical public health interventions. These teams also distribute vitamin A, mosquito nets, and conduct health promotion activities to prevent various diseases. Innovative initiatives, such as opening vaccination posts on Sundays in locations like Cazenga, Luanda, have been implemented to increase service accessibility. Freitas noted that international partners have supported the vaccination efforts by providing transportation for teams in hard-to-reach areas. Freitas urged parents to vaccinate their children and complete the vaccination schedule within the first year of life, reiterating that vaccines are life-saving.