KarunaNews Story

Getting vials of vaccines to remote places where they're needed can be a difficult undertaking, especially given the need to store them at the correct temperature during the journey when there's no access to electricity. That's where Vaccibox comes in; it's a solar-powered fridge designed for transporting vaccines to off the grid areas that is really coming into its own in Africa. The fridge weighs 20 kilograms (about 44 pounds) and can be mounted on a motorcycle or bicycle. It can retain power for about 9 hours and has a battery back-up to ensure that overnight or when there is very little sun, the fridge is able to keep vaccines cold. The location and temperature of the Vaccibox can be monitored from afar, ensuring the traceability of the vaccines. For remote communities, this invention could be the answer to getting vaccinated against COVID-19.