Malawi

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The Threat of Bogus Doctors in Africa

Social media is propelling the popularity and reach of medical frauds in South Africa and Malawi

Ending AIDS by Elevating Subnational Governance in Malawi

How the Blantyre Prevention Strategy has addressed gaps in HIV-prevention responses in Malawi’s second-largest district

Migration

Malawi’s Cholera Outbreak Could Spill Over into Neighboring Countries

Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe are all at risk of cross-border cholera outbreaks.

Trade

A "Radical Plan" to Produce Vaccines Locally

Science reporter Amy Maxmen discusses "the hub" and the making of her new podcast for Big Picture Science

Governance

Which Governments Prioritize Health Spending?

As COVID-19 causes simultaneous health and economic crises worldwide, it's an opportunity to evaluate health spending

Aging

Mothers, Children, and the Terrible Choice Between COVID-19 and Other Infections

Decisive action is required now to protect the most vulnerable from HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria during the pandemic

Governance

What We Ask About Coronavirus in Africa

Search query data from 21 African countries reveal public perceptions, gaps in knowledge, and opportunities to educate

Poverty

Coronavirus in Malawi

Shutdowns reversed amid an upcoming election, other disease threats, and more than half the population living in poverty

Governance

Africa is not Starting from Scratch on COVID-19

Success against coronavirus will require national leadership, engaged local responders, and strong cooperation with NGOs

Gender

How to Save the Lives of Women and Girls in Africa

African governments must follow through on their lofty declarations and allocate national budgets to save women’s lives