Kigali, April 21, 2024 - The Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) Society, in collaboration with the Rwanda Ministry of Health and the Rwanda Biomedical Center is pleased to announce the commencement of the 8th Pan-African Malaria Conference. This pivotal gathering will bring together global experts, researchers, policy makers, and innovators, and will take place from April 21-27, 2024, in Kigali, Rwanda.

The conference theme: “Grassroots Mobilization to End Malaria: Invest, Innovate & Integrate” provides a platform for collaboration and exchange of perspectives on community-driven efforts, cutting-edge research, challenges, and progress in malaria control across Africa. Participants will engage in discussions, exhibitions, and collaborative sessions to advance the collective understanding and response to this global health challenge.

The 8th edition of the conference celebrates World Malaria Day on April 25th to amplify messages on malaria control efforts and pay tribute to the tireless work of researchers and health practitioners in the ongoing fight against malaria.

“This meeting is a pivotal moment for the Society and beyond to renew commitments toward the fight against malaria and for grassroots leaders to gather, share, and learn from each other, thus strengthening the global fight against malaria. It serves as a platform for those at the forefront of the battle against malaria to amplify their impact through investment, innovation, and integration. The World Malaria Day will be a key event within the meeting, aligning it with the broader global efforts to eradicate malaria,” said Professor Rose Leke, Co-Chair of MIM Society (MIMSOC).

The World Health Organization recognized Rwanda’s progress in its World Malaria Report 2023, placing the country among the top five African nations on track to achieve the Global Technical Strategy (GTS) target for 2025.

“Rwanda's remarkable history in the fight against malaria is characterized by its proactive adoption of innovative strategies deeply rooted in local initiatives. As we gather together for this conference, we are honored to share our experiences and play a pivotal role in the collective effort to combat malaria across the African continent and beyond,” said Professor Claude Muvunyi, Director General of the Rwanda Biomedical Centre.

The Pan-African Malaria conference will host plenary sessions, panel discussions, and scientific sessions that feature symposia, abstract presentations, and exhibitions. These sessions will focus on critical areas of malaria research and control, aiming to amplify the numerous efforts underway in the fight against malaria while also providing an opportunity to foster global solutions and encourage international cooperation in malaria control.

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Julien Mahoro Niyingabira
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Rwanda Health Communication Centre (RHCC)
julien.niyingabira@rbc.gov.rw

About MIM Society

The Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) is a dedicated alliance of individuals, institutions, and funding partners. Since its establishment in Dakar, Senegal in 1997, MIM has been committed to fostering research, enhancing scientific capacity, and maximizing the impact of scientific research to control and eventually eradicate malaria in Africa.

Learn more at: https://themimsociety.org/