Tag Archives: Malaria

SOROTI, Uganda — Efforts to eliminate malaria in Uganda received a significant lift through a new partnership between Pilgrim Africa and Children’s Voices Against Malaria aimed at increasing the use of indoor residual spraying in high-burden areas. The initiative employs a school sponsorship model designed to strengthen community sensitization and overcome persistent resistance to spraying, particularly in the endemic Teso …

By Evans Najuna Uganda has made notable progress in the fight against malaria through the distribution and use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs). However, recent findings show that gaps in household coverage remain, highlighting the need for expanded distribution efforts to protect more families. This is contained in the 2024-25 malaria survey report released on Thursday at the Uganda Bureau …