Here's to another year of doing more, together!
Malaria Consortium
We're dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other childhood infectious and neglected tropical diseases.
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the progress made in the fight against malaria and other diseases — illnesses that, despite being preventable and treatable, continue to affect millions of lives worldwide.
This year has been a turning point in the battle against malaria. The historic rollout of a malaria vaccine in Cameroon marked a significant milestone, and by year's end, 17 countries have now incorporated malaria vaccines into their immunisation programmes. We also witnessed notable successes in reducing cases globally, with Egypt achieving malaria-free status — a testament to the power of sustained efforts.
In our final newsletter of 2024, we highlight the pivotal work Malaria Consortium has undertaken this year to contribute to these achievements and celebrate the collective global action that has made these strides possible, reminding us of what can be accomplished when we work together.
From all of us here at Malaria Consortium, we wish you a restful holiday period, and we'll see you in 2025!
These were the biggest wins in this year's World Malaria Report
The World Health Organization recently released its report reflecting on the progress the world has made towards eliminating malaria.
While there's still a long way to go and malaria remains a serious global health challenge — with some rising threats that may undo gains made — the report noted some big successes that played a role in reducing the burden of the disease. Read more about the role that Malaria Consortium played in achieving these successes.
The hope of new vaccines
A major beacon of hope noted in the World Malaria Report is the rollout of new malaria vaccines. As of December 2024, 17 countries have introduced malaria vaccines through routine childhood immunisation. The rollout will play an indispensable part in making a dent in malaria deaths going forward. Malaria Consortium is aiding the introduction and rollout of these live-saving vaccines.
Read more about our involvement below.
The Ugandan Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Malaria Consortium, convened a sensitisation workshop to prepare the Karamoja region for the introduction of the malaria vaccine.
In a landmark step forward for child health, Chad announces the launch of vaccines against malaria, pneumococcal infections, and rotavirus.
The success of other interventions
The report pointed to other interventions that hold promise. One of those is the continued success of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) programmes. Globally, 53 million children were reached with SMC in 2023 — with Malaria Consortium reaching almost half of that total — and two new countries added this established intervention to their malaria programmes.
The report also noted the contribution next generation insecticide-treated nets and their role in responding to emerging resistance to insecticides, as Malaria Consortium’s work in Nigeria is exploring.
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Preventing and treating diseases like malaria — which is potentially fatal in children under five — can have one of the greatest impacts on the wellbeing and prosperity of families.
In 2024, we’ve used our evidence and experience to drive community-led solutions — training local people to diagnose and treat common diseases and extend health services to remote and marginalised communities.
However, there is still so much more that needs to be done, and we’re asking for your help.
Join us this giving season in making a real difference!
You can give the gift of a healthy future in 2024 to support our work and help us achieve even more in 2025. Your gift will make a difference for children, mothers, families and communities affected by malaria and other preventable diseases.
From our blog
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Our publications
Malaria Consortium is implementing a series of interventions to reduce malaria cases and deaths in the Lango and Acholi sub-regions of Uganda, where malaria prevalence is high and the health system faces frequent challenges.
Our Impact report
Our 2024 Impact Report reflects on Malaria Consortium's collaboration with partners, donors and communities in the last financial year to improve access to health services for women, children, and remote and marginalised communities — ensuring more equitable health outcomes for all.
Read about our year in numbers, dive into stories from the communities with whom we work and explore our event highlights for the year.
Join the conversation
In a series of posts, Malaria Consortium’s Chief Executive, James Tibenderana , has been sharing his thoughts on what is needed to advance global malaria elimination efforts. He has been engaging in monthly discussions with the online community to share ideas, experiences and innovations around how we can reach malaria elimination in our lifetime.
Catch his final post in December for your chance to share your thoughts.
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