South Africa's Department of Health targets malaria elimination by 2028, aligning with the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan.
asserts that South Africa is on track to achieve malaria elimination status by 2028, as outlined in the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan.
“This has the potential to also benefit the Southern African countries collectively on issues of trade, tourism, health, and economic growth,” stated the department.While progress has been made in reducing the burden of malaria in provinces such as Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal, the department believes further efforts are needed to curb local transmission.
The Department of Health urged all stakeholders, including communities, healthcare professionals, civil society organisations, and international partners, to collaborate in intensifying the fight against malaria, aiming to foster a healthier and more equitable world for current and future generations.
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