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This week, we’re working with @EndMalariaKenya to host the End Malaria Councils & Funds Chairs Meeting in Nairobi 🇰🇪. Leaders from 🇸🇿🇺🇬🇲🇿🇳🇬🇿🇲🇹🇿🇰🇪 will convene to assess progress in domestic resource mobilisation for malaria & strategise on closing #malaria resource gaps ahead of the @GlobalFund Replenishment. Learn more about End Malaria Councils & Funds 🔗

ALMA congratulates @SCJohnson on launching a new manufacturing line for Guardian™ spatial repellents in Kenya! This easy-to-use product, awaiting @WHO approval, works to mitigate the risk of mosquitos drawing near to people. With a capacity of 20M units/yr, this investment boosts Africa’s local manufacturing of #malaria prevention tools, making them more affordable & accessible to those most at risk. Speaking at the launch, Anthony Okara - ALMA's Special Ambassador noted, "Africa cannot continue relying on imported malaria tools. COVID exposed global supply chain vulnerabilities, local production is critical for long-term health security." Read more 🔗➡️

More progress to celebrate in Africa's fight against #NTDs! Congratulations to Guinea 🇬🇳 for eliminating the gambiense form of human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness), the 1st NTD eliminated in the country! This brings the number of African nations that have eliminated at least 1 NTD to 23!

What exciting news on #WorldNTDDay!🥳 🇳🇪Niger has today received @WHO certification for the elimination of river blindness, making it the 1st African country to eliminate the disease! Congratulations Niger! Full statement➡️ #BeatNTDs

🚨 1.4M Kenyans suffer from jiggers (Tungiasis), with 1M more at risk; many of them school children. Beyond pain, jiggers disrupt lives. Mary Muthoni, a member of @MalariaYouthKE shares how Tungiasis in her rural home strained her family ties. On #WorldNTDDay, she calls on stakeholders to #UniteActEliminate NTDs. 📽️ Listen to her story⬇️

On the eve of #WorldNTDDay, we’re in S.Sudan for the 4th Annual NTD Review Meeting through Jan 31! Alongside local leaders & partners, we’re reviewing progress, exploring 2025 funding, & avenues to strengthen integration across health programs. We look forward to joining community activities at the end of the week to mark World NTD Day 2025.

By end of 2024, 54 countries worldwide had eliminated an NTD, putting us over halfway to @WHO's goal of 100 countries eliminating at least 1 NTD by 2030. To capitalise on these health gains, "we must intensify our collective action to address the deep-rooted inequalities that fuel the transmission of NTDs in the populations where they persist," @SoceFallBirima.

RT @MalariaYouthKE: Lymphatic Filariasis (Elephantiasis) causes painful swelling and is common in Kenya’s coastal areas. Prevent it by usin…

#WorldNTDDay 2025 is fast approaching! We’re excited to invite you to join us alongside incredible partners for a two-part webinar series happening on 3rd & 4th Feb 2024. Check out the posters below for details & secure your spot by registering today! 🔗

RT @MalariaYouthKE: Meet Dr. NTDs! Did you know Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) impact millions of lives in Kenya, yet remain largely un…

RT @gavi: One year ago, Cameroon made history as the first country to integrate malaria vaccines into its routine immunisation programme.…

As global leaders gather at the #WorldEconomicForum to address pressing global challenges, they must prioritise decisive action to mitigate the impact of climate change on human health. In Africa, the effects of economic decisions and consequently rising pollution disproportionately burdens communities, exacerbating climate-driven health challenges such as #Malaria and #NTDs, spread by vectors like mosquitoes 🦟#carrying dengue. Global progress is unattainable while health inequities continue to deepen, further straining already vulnerable populations. Leaders must commit to investments in climate mitigation and resilient health systems. The future of millions depends on the choices made today.

Introducing our #impactseries on scorecard tools for accountability & action! #1 In Ghana’s Mion District, expectant mothers in Kulkpeni struggled to access antenatal care due to distance. Thanks to a community scorecard process, locals engaged health officials, identified gaps, and advocated for a closer service point. The result? A new antenatal care outreach was built! This is the power of community scorecards, empowering communities to lead change.

Our Malaria Youth Corps network is expanding & we're excited to see it grow even more in 2025! Want to learn about existing chapters, their activities, how to start a new chapter, or how to get involved as a young person in Africa’s health development agenda through #malaria & #NTDs advocacy? Visit ➡️