Western Uganda’s Kasese District has achieved a landmark drop in malaria cases to below 3%—from 15% in 2020—thanks to intensified bed net distribution, indoor spraying, and community health worker programs backed by WHO and government. Officials attribute success to cross-border surveillance with DRC, with 85% household coverage. This aligns with national goals to eradicate the disease by 2030, amid 2025’s rainy season uptick elsewhere. EditorPro Review: Kasese’s triumph is a beacon for Uganda’s health sector, where malaria claims 15% of child deaths annually; it validates integrated strategies, saving UGX 50 billion in treatments yearly. Economically, healthier workforces enhance productivity in tourism-rich Rwenzori, potentially adding 2% to regional GDP. Yet, scalability lags: urban slums like Kampala’s report 10% rates, demanding equitable funding beyond donor whims. As climate change exacerbates vectors, this model—blending tech like rapid diagnostics with education—offers replicable resilience. For 2026 budgets, prioritizing vector control could cement Museveni’s legacy in public health, reducing out-of-pocket costs that burden 40% of households. A vital win, urging nationwide emulation to fortify Uganda’s post-Ebola defenses. (198 words)
Source: AllAfrica