While malaria was the world’s leading cause of death less than a century ago, global efforts have dramatically reduced the number of malaria cases and deaths in recent years. Since 2000, more than 1.8 Billion cases of malaria have been prevented and 11 Million lives saved. However, malaria still poses an overwhelming threat to people living in poverty, especially women and children. Although billions of dollars have been spent to end malaria and a great deal of research has been done, eradication remains a distant goal. 619,000
1/2
96%
619,000
deaths
from malaria worldwide in 2021
1/2
world’s population
at risk from malaria
96%
of malaria deaths
occur in Africa
Roll Back Malaria Partnership
The UAE is among the largest donors to advocacy efforts in support of ending malaria, including the RBM Partnership to End Malaria – a global platform for coordinating action to rid the world of malaria. The UAE also serves in a leadership capacity for RBM and will contribute new operational research and additional advocacy efforts towards ending malaria through GLIDE.
About Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. It is preventable through the use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, indoor residual spraying and antimalarial drugs. Early diagnosis and treatment of malaria reduces the impact of the disease and can prevent death.
There has been a remarkable decline in malaria cases and deaths over the past 15 years but more can be done to protect children and families from this disease and advance efforts to end it.
Dr. Maha Barakat
Chair of the RBM Partnership to End Malaria
