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Climate Impacts on Malaria in Africa

The effects of climate change on the burden of malaria are already evident today. Extreme weather events with some linkage to climate change—such as floods and cyclones—have resulted in increases in malaria cases and deaths. These events have likewise negatively impacted malaria control programs at the country level.

Housing in Africa

New research reveals a transformation of housing in sub-Saharan Africa, with the prevalence of improved housing doubling between 2000 and 2015.