Sudan starts rolling out Malaria Vaccines as disease claims 22,000 lives in the Eastern Mediterranean Region

Sudan has begun rolling out malaria vaccines, along with preventive treatment for pregnant women, aimed at reducing deaths. In 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean Region reported approximately 11.1 million cases and 22,100 deaths, with more than a third among children under 5 years old. Despite scientific advances and the distribution of new tools, fragile health systems and conflicts continue to hinder malaria elimination efforts.