Zimbabwe's rural malaria fight amid US withdrawal
Malaria cases in Zimbabwe have risen sharply, exceeding 65,000 between January and April 2026, compared to 17,000 during the same period in 2024. The death toll also increased from 34 to 174 during the same timeframe. This rise reflects the impact of reduced American funding following the decision to cut aid in 2025, which led to the suspension of major malaria control programs. Additionally, unstable climate conditions have contributed to an increase in mosquito breeding. The country's healthcare system faces challenges in providing diagnostic and treatment tools, threatening efforts to eliminate malaria by 2030.
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