WHO Global Malaria Program published a new operational strategy outlining its priorities and key activities up to 2030 to help change the trajectory of malaria trends.
The strategy outlines 4 strategic objectives where WHO will focus its efforts,
Including developing norms and standards,
Introducing new tools and innovation,
Promoting strategic information for impact, and
Providing technical leadership of the global malaria response.
In 2022 there were an estimated 608,000 malaria-related deaths and 249 million new malaria cases globally.
Africa bears a disproportionate burden, accounting for 95% of malaria deaths and 94% of cases worldwide.