Malaria Partners International

In its first year, the #Zambia Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge trained over 1,000 Community Health Workers. By next April, all 2,086 CHWs will be deployed, reaching more than 1 million Zambians with essential care. Read Eric Liswaniso's reflection ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gTcUr-Qv

UNICEF Nigeria ― Malaria Vaccine: Panacea, Reigniting Hope by Salahudeen Bello "Bashar Umar, the first child to be vaccinated in #Nigeria during the initial Malaria vaccine rollout campaign in Kebbi state, sits cradled in the lap of his 35-year-old mother Nafisa Muhammadu. Nafisa arrived sharp at 7:30am marking attendance at the rollout ceremony even though the event was to commence only by 10:00am. Her determination to prioritise the health and wellbeing of her children sets a very fine example for her people. She waits patiently in the queue, for the event to reach the final phase where her child gets the immunization dose against the deadly Malaria virus. This young mother has witnessed first-hand how Malaria has destroyed entire households." Keep reading: https://lnkd.in/gsxidq7m

Tomorrow is #WorldMosquitoDay🦟 “We commemorate this day as it is a crucial reminder of the distressing impact of #malaria, a serious disease spread by mosquitoes. As we mark this important day, we reaffirm our commitment to fighting malaria and protecting our #communities. We can all play a role in preventing #mosquito bites by using insecticide-treated bed nets, wearing protective clothing, and applying insect repellent. Early diagnosis and treatment are also key to saving lives. We work together to prevent malaria and stay safe by staying informed. By taking these simple steps, we can protect ourselves, our families, and our communities from this deadly disease. MPZim is joining the fight against malaria and let us make a difference!” – Malaria Partners Zimbabwe Support #Rotarians leading malaria elimination projects: https://lnkd.in/geZAFTZ

"Each night as I crawl under the net to sleep, I’m thinking about the people who, to protect themselves from #malaria, sleep under the net each night. I’ve been trying to come up with three words each night to describe what I’m thinking. With only one night under the net so far, my three words are grace, warmth and solidarity." -Laura Cosacchi, Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club, Under the Net Challenge Participant The Under the Net Challenge is more than a fundraiser. It is a chance to connect, reflect, and stand in solidarity with those who face the risk of malaria every day. Take on the challenge and join us in the fight to end malaria: https://lnkd.in/dujN54ZC #UnderTheNetChallenge #WorldMosquitoDay

🦠 Did you know? Some #mosquitoes are vectors. A vector is any living organism that can transmit infectious pathogens between humans or from animals to humans. Mosquitoes become vectors when they carry viruses, parasites, or bacteria that can make people sick. This happens when a mosquito bites an infected person or animal and later bites someone else, passing along the pathogen in its saliva. Mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting diseases including #malaria, dengue, Zika, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and more. #WorldMosquitoDay #MosquitoFacts #LetsEndMalaria

World Mosquito Day is a week away!🦟 On August 20, 1897, British doctor Sir Ronald Ross made a groundbreaking discovery: malaria is transmitted by mosquitoes. #WorldMosquitoDay was founded to commemorate this moment and to raise awareness of the ongoing fight against one of the world’s deadliest diseases. Your Rotary Club can take action for World Mosquito Day by participating in the Under the Net Challenge. Sleeping under a mosquito net offers a glimpse into the challenges millions endure each night to protect themselves from a single mosquito bite. The #UndertheNetChallenge epitomizes the #Rotarian value of learning and service for the greater benefit to all. It is only by understanding how others live that we can truly begin to partner with our fellow Rotarians. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/dujN54ZC

This past week, I had the privilege of coordinating and leading a training that culminated yesterday in the graduation of 35 Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) facilitators representing 10 health facility catchment areas in Ngabwe and 12 in Chisamba district. This was more than just a training — it was an investment in healthier futures. I’ve truly enjoyed seeing our focus expand beyond malaria to tackling other childhood illnesses like diarrhea, malnutrition, and pneumonia. These diseases of poverty cause unnecessary suffering, and I am passionate about reducing their impact on our communities. Good sanitation is a child’s right. Trainings like these promote hygiene, improve livelihoods, strengthen local economies, and reduce inequalities. This work is part of the Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge (RHCC) — a $5 million initiative supporting two provinces in Zambia. RHCC is making a real difference by empowering local leaders, improving public health, and helping communities thrive. A heartfelt thanks to our Executive Director, Martha Lungu, and Rotary Club of Kabwe President Mumba Kolala who joined in awarding certificates to the facilitators. Together, we are proving that sustainable change is possible. #RotaryInAction #HealthyCommunities #PeopleOfAction #SanitationForAll #ReducingInequalities