Ahead of SADC Malaria Day, Religious Leaders Push for Malaira elimination in Western PRovince, Zambia

Left to right: Dr. Francis Liywali, Bishop David Njovu, and Mr. Danny Bukali.

Today is SADC (Southern African Development Community) Malaria Day. We join a global community of malaria advocates in raising awareness about malaria, and we echo the important theme, "Community Involvement is Key to Achieving Zero Malaria."

Religious leaders have a critical role in advocating for malaria elimination and ensuring that communities affected by malaria are heard at the highest levels of government. Last week, more than 35 religious convened in Western Province, Zambia, to strengthen collaboration with the government in order to advance the fight against malaria. 

Read a full report, originally published in All Africa, here.