Djibouti

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Introduction

Nearly 50% of the population of Djibouti is at low risk of malaria, while the remaining in the desert is free of malaria. The annual reported number of malaria cases in 2010 was 3,962 with 0 deaths.

Progress

Djibouti has made some progress in malaria control. The country has secured sufficient resources to finance universal coverage of RDTs and has banned the use of oral artemisinin-based monotherapies.

Impact

The annual reported number of malaria cases in 2010 was 3,962 with 0 deaths.

Key Challenges

  • Significant delays in the implementation of the Global Fund malaria grants leading to delays in program implementation.
  • Inadequate financial resources for procurement of malaria commodities and implementation of malaria control interventions.
  • Non-functioning epidemiological surveillance and sentinel sites and a weak system for the collection and use of malaria data.

"By establishing ALMA, we are now creating a critical forum and mechanism for advocacy, action, and follow-up on the implementation of these noble malaria goals."

~ President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, United Republic of Tanzania