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5 May 2026

New malaria vaccines and control efforts in Africa

Two new malaria vaccines are now part of routine immunisation in many countries. They give partial protection, need multiple doses and must be combined with other malaria tools to reduce child deaths.

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22 Apr 2026

Africa at a turning point on World Malaria Day

On World Malaria Day (25 April) Africa faces slowing health gains after two decades of progress. In 2024 most global malaria cases and deaths were in Africa; experts call for local research, integrated care and stronger institutions.

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14 Nov 2025

New malaria drug GanLum shows strong trial results

Novartis announced GanLum, a malaria treatment with a new molecule, ganaplacide. In a late-stage trial of over 1,600 patients in 12 sub-Saharan African countries, GanLum cured 97.4% and may be available in 2027.

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14 Nov 2025

Study finds Abbott-Bioline malaria test gives many false negatives

A study on the Thailand–Myanmar border found the Abbott-Bioline rapid malaria test missed many infections. Researchers call it “not fit for purpose”; WHO and the manufacturer are reviewing the test and further studies are under way.

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27 Aug 2025

Coartem Baby: first malaria medicine for newborns

Swissmedic approved Coartem Baby in July 2025, the first antimalarial made for newborns under five kilograms. The tablet aims to close a long treatment gap in malaria-endemic parts of Sub-Saharan Africa.

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