Prevent Malaria in Sierra Leone with Mosquito Nets

 Dear Project Supporters,

According to the World Health Organization, in 2015, there were roughly 212 million malaria cases and an estimated 429 000 malaria deaths. Increased prevention and control measures have led to a 29% reduction in malaria mortality rates globally since 2010. Sub-Saharan Africa continues to carry a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden.

While those statistics are very sad, the reality is we can and we are doing something to change that.  We are together making progress and reducing malaria- related deaths.

The World Health Organization confirms that long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are the preferred form of insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) for public health programmes. In most settings, WHO recommends LLIN coverage for all people at risk of malaria. The most cost-effective way to achieve this is by providing LLINs free of charge, to ensure equal access for all. In parallel, effective behaviour change communication strategies are required to ensure that all people at risk of malaria sleep under a LLIN every night, and that the net is properly maintained.

Your donations are making this possible - the targeted free distribution to at-risk beneficiaries.

Bed Nets are a proven way to significantly reduce malaria and thanks to your generosity, we are continuing to provide bed nets to families in need.  We are not going to stop until every person in Sierra Leone has a bed net protecting them.

In the last 3 months, we distributed 124 bed nets to families in Sierra Leone.  You can see some of the smiling faces of families and children receiving bed nets. They are smiling in appreciation of a healthy, malaria-free future - thanks to YOUR support!

You are truly helping us save lives by your support and we really appreciate your continued support.  

With great appreciation,
The Develop Africa Team

Links:

• UN - WHO - Malaria Fact Sheet