Malaria is often talked about as a battle between people and mosquitoes. But the reality is more complex. Rainfall, temperature, humidity, seasonal variation, mosquito behaviour and the way people interact with their surroundings can all influence when and where malaria is transmitted. For World Environmental Health Day on 26 September, scientists from Transmission Zero are highlighting why understanding these relationships matters as Tanzania explores new ways to tackle malaria. For decades,...

Africa has the youngest population in the world with more than 400 million young people aged between the ages of 15 to 35 years. This is a generation filled with potential and the power to shape the continent’s future. Yet, for millions of children across malaria-endemic regions, repeated malaria infections continue to interrupt childhood at some of its most important stages. According to research, malaria disproportionately affects children in Tanzania, highlighting their vulnerability to...

As Africa marks Africa Month and reflects on the ambitions of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, malaria experts are calling for malaria elimination to be viewed not only as a public health challenge, but as a critical development priority that will shape the continent’s resilience and future growth. Despite decades of progress, malaria continues to place significant pressure on African economies, education systems, and healthcare infrastructure. According to the WHO World Malaria Report 2025,...