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Bringing life-saving vaccines closer to mothers and children in Balochistan
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Fusion42 · 10 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
UNICEF and GAVI have established a solar-powered warehouse and cold room in Lasbela, Balochistan, to improve vaccine storage and distribution, reducing reliance on generators and bypassing previous supply chain routes through Quetta. This strengthens the immunization supply chain by ensuring vaccines remain at required temperatures despite frequent power outages and logistical challenges.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Healthtech Infrastructure.
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Solarising vaccine storage in Balochistan cuts costs and shortens delivery routes, creating a new access point for reliable vaccine supply in Pakistan's underserved areas. If you build logistics or health infrastructure for emerging markets, this model shows a path to improve resilience and reduce fuel dependency.
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