AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMalaria Elimination Push: Solomon Islands launched its National Roadmap for Malaria Elimination 2026–2040, targeting a 45% cut in confirmed cases and “zero malaria deaths by 2030,” with elimination by 2038 and WHO certification by 2040; leaders stressed whole-of-government action as malaria cases rose to 120,604 in 2025. Health Regulation Upgrade: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services, with WHO support, assessed and is strengthening Solomon Islands’ regulation of medicines, vaccines and medical devices to keep unsafe or fake products out of communities. Livestock Health in Malaita: MALD ran animal health disease awareness and surveillance across Auki and parts of Malaita, visiting farms, collecting samples from chickens, pigs and cattle, and advising on biosecurity and early reporting. Freshwater + WASH for Resilience: A new climate adaptation programme (PacFresH2O) is set to improve freshwater security and WASH services in Guadalcanal, Makira and Central Islands, linking water safety to health and dignity. Rural Health-Linked Development: Central Makira received farming tools from the PRC for cocoa and coconut farmers, with officials linking rural livelihoods to broader community wellbeing. Regional Health System Support: WHO reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen primary health care and continuity of care, including work on NCDs, malaria, TB, HIV, maternal and child health, and immunisation.
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