Malaria and Rising Child Mortality Put African Health at a Crossroads a 20% Decrease in Health Funding Could Lead to 12 Million More Children Dying by 2045
The latest WHO World Malaria Report 2025 highlights a critical reality: malaria remains one of Africa’s most pressing health challenges. With an estimated 282 million cases and approximately 610,000 deaths globally in 2024, the African Region continues to account for most of the burden, particularly among children under five.
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Source: African Media Agency (link opens in a new window)
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