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The World Health Organisation (WHO) chief today declared Egypt as malaria-free.
“This certification is truly historic, and a testament to the commitment of the people and government of Egypt to rid themselves of this ancient scourge,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on X.
Congratulating Egypt on the achievement, Tedros said that this development shows “what’s possible with the right resources and the right tools.”
Great news: #Egypt is malaria-free!
This certification is truly historic, and a testament to the commitment of the people and government of Egypt to rid themselves of this ancient scourge.
I congratulate Egypt on this achievement, which is an inspiration to other countries in…
— Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (@DrTedros) October 21, 2024
Malaria is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes that disproportionately affects children in the African Region.
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