Are inmates jumping the queue? Prisoners among the first to receive vaccine

Human rights storm brews as government’s decision draws flak, with many questioning the move

07 January 2021 - 18:52 By graeme hosken

Government’s announcement that convicted and awaiting trial prisoners — including murderers, child molesters and rapists — will be among the first South Africans to receive the Covid-19 vaccine is sparking controversy with some questioning the reasoning...

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