The Gambia marked World Malaria Day on April 25 with fresh plans to end the disease. Officials launched a project to cut infections across the country. The China International Development Cooperation Agency funds this work with help from Red Cross groups.
Gambia Red Cross President Fabakary Kalleh said at the Brufut ceremony that their efforts support the government's goals to eliminate malaria by 2030. The program will reach about 420,000 people, with 70,000 children mainly from three regions. Kalleh stressed that malaria can be both prevented and cured through community partnerships.
Regional Tourism Director Ida Jeng mentioned strong ties with Senegal for border health efforts. Both nations share data and run joint campaigns for treated nets. Malaria Control Program leader Balla Gibba noted cases fell from 249,437 in 2015 to 107,926 last year.
Malaria remains a serious health problem affecting many Gambians each year. It threatens children and pregnant women most severely. The disease puts heavy pressure on national healthcare systems despite recent progress against it.
Gambia Red Cross President Fabakary Kalleh said at the Brufut ceremony that their efforts support the government's goals to eliminate malaria by 2030. The program will reach about 420,000 people, with 70,000 children mainly from three regions. Kalleh stressed that malaria can be both prevented and cured through community partnerships.
Regional Tourism Director Ida Jeng mentioned strong ties with Senegal for border health efforts. Both nations share data and run joint campaigns for treated nets. Malaria Control Program leader Balla Gibba noted cases fell from 249,437 in 2015 to 107,926 last year.
Malaria remains a serious health problem affecting many Gambians each year. It threatens children and pregnant women most severely. The disease puts heavy pressure on national healthcare systems despite recent progress against it.
