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#TargetMalariaBurkinaFaso Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (Burkina Faso) recently met with women’s associations in Bobo-Dioulasso and the educational community in Karangasso-Sambla to discuss our work and new tools to help #EndMalaria. The objective of these meetings was to inform these key stakeholders about research into genetic modification technology as a complementary vector control tool in the fight to eliminate #malaria in Burkina Faso. Read more by Latif OUEDRAOGO: https://lnkd.in/ekbE5UgS #CommunityEngagement

Dr. Jonathan Kayondo of #TargetMalariaUganda Uganda Virus Research Institute along with Prof. Austin Burt of #TargetMalariaUK Imperial College London spoke at the African Genetic Biocontrol Consortium Global Congress on Genetic Biocontrol Technologies about Target Malaria's work on #GeneDrive to reduce #Malaria transmission and new tools for malaria control. Together we can #EndMalaria! #2ndGlobalCongress Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research

🌍 Burundi Takes a Bold Step Against Malaria! Burundi is now the 18th country in Africa to introduce the RTS,S Malaria vaccine into its routine immunization programme! 💉 In 2023 alone, 76% of all deaths in Africa were among children under 5 years. Of the 4,857,556 malaria cases reported in 2023, children under five accounted for 2,235,481 cases, representing 46% of malaria morbidity. 👏Congratulations to Burundi for prioritizing child health and boosting progress in the global fight against Malaria! This is a significant milestone! But we do not have to stop here. We must strengthen collective action to continue to protect and save children’s lives. 📄Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ekS2ghAV

A study in Nature Magazine reveals that people across 68 countries, including 12 in Africa, generally trust scientists. Egypt, Nigeria, and Kenya ranked among the top five countries with the highest trust in scientists, challenging assumptions about lower trust levels in Africa. For Target Malaria, this reinforces the importance of community engagement in our work. The study highlights that Africans want scientists to focus on public health, a key area that aligns with our mission to develop innovative #malaria control solutions through responsible research and open dialogue with communities. In Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Uganda, there is a notably high demand for scientists to engage with the public, emphasizing the need for transparent, two-way conversations about scientific innovations like genetic approaches to malaria control. Read more here by Marina Joubert, Niels G. Mede, Viktoria Cologna, and Patrick O. Ansah: https://lnkd.in/eHca7_kf #EndMalaria #ScienceCommunication #StakeholderEngagement

The RBM Vector Control Working Group experts gathered to discuss the latest research and strategies for malaria control. With 220 attendees from over 40 countries, the meeting highlighted the urgent need for new tools and innovations. Read more by Dr. Samantha O'Loughlin here: https://lnkd.in/edhcx2eM RBM Partnership to End Malaria #EndMalaria #VectorControl #Malaria

Malaria during pregnancy threatens the health of both mothers and babies, leading to severe complications, including anaemia, low birth weight, and infant mortality. Yet, with adequate funding, we can expand access to preventive treatments and life-saving care. Let’s commit to doubling down investments in malaria solutions that protect pregnant women, strengthen health systems, and drive lasting change. #EndMalaria

Achieving gender equity is essential to ending malaria and reaching the #SDGs. Women and girls — particularly in malaria-endemic regions — must have equal access to healthcare, economic opportunities, and decision-making power. When we break down gender barriers in access to health and resources, we accelerate progress toward a more equitable, malaria-free world. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

#Malaria is among major contributions to many maternal deaths according to the World Health Organization's new data. Since 2000, malaria control efforts have prevented 2 billion cases and saved 12 million lives worldwide. With the right investment, research, community engagement, and political will, we can speed up progress toward malaria elimination. Now is the time to act. Together we can #EndMalaria!

"Because #CommunitiesAreExperts, and fully funding The Global Fund means giving experts like me the tools to end malaria for good!" Krystal Birungi, #TargetMalariaUganda, Uganda Virus Research Institute, Global Fund Advocates Network A fully funded Global Fund = stronger communities. It means resources in the hands of the people who know what works - driving real change where it matters most. #HereIAm #CommunitiesAreExperts #8Replenishment #MoreNowThanEver #OneWorldOneFight #Malaria #EndMalaria

📢 New Report: Africa’s Progress in the Fight Against Malaria 🦟 The 2024 Africa Malaria Progress Report by African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) African Union RBM Partnership to End Malaria highlights strides made in #malaria elimination, challenges faced, and the urgent need for sustained investment and innovation. With stronger commitments, we can accelerate progress toward a malaria-free Africa 🌍 📖 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/e8dtrNmY #EndMalaria #MalariaFreeAfrica #InvestInHealth #GlobalHealth Zero Malaria Speak Up Africa Malaria No More UK