​Qaqambile Mdledle​
The City of Johannesburg has passed the milestone of administering more than one million COVID-19 vaccine doses.
This was announced by Gauteng Premier David Makhura, during his visit to vaccination sites in Lenasia South on Tuesday.
"I wish to announce and thank all those involved in the vaccination campaign, from the mayor of the city to each and every vaccinator who have contributed to help fight the pandemic in the province," said Premier Makhura.
He was joined by Gauteng Health MEC, Dr Nomathemba Mokgethi and newly elected Johannesburg Mayor, Jolidee Matongo.
The City has also vaccinated 53 % of the elderly aged 60 years and older. 
To date, Gauteng has vaccinated 2.3 million people.
Newly elected Johannesburg Mayor Jolidee Matongo said this is a remarkable milestone and testimony of the hard work of health workers, government officials and other stakeholders involved in the campaign.
The province is continuing to work with civil society partners to implement innovative solutions such as drive-throughs and mobile (pop-up) vaccination sites to ramp up the vaccination programme in Gauteng. 
Premier Makhura said government is worried about the vaccination rate among citizens who are 60 years and older in Johannesburg and Tshwane. He attributed the slow progress to hesitancy and vaccination conspiracies.
"Just over 50% in the 60-year-old age group have been vaccinated, which is not satisfactory because this age group is vulnerable to the virus. We have set up a ward-based war room in Tshwane and the rest of the province which worked with our community health workers to engage with community members," the premier said.
All those who are eligible to vaccinate are encouraged to visit their nearest vaccination sites and get vaccinated. All public vaccination sites in Gauteng accept walk-ins whether people are registered or not. 
If you have any questions about the vaccine, if you are unsure in any way, please consult a health practitioner or call the COVID-19 Public Hotline on 0800 029 999.-END