According to Nyasa Times, the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Alumni Association has raised MK146.6 million to support financially disadvantaged students. The news outlet noted that the group exceeded its initial MK100 million target during a recent fundraising gala at the Bingu International Convention Centre. KUHeS Alumni Association President Pemphero Mphande told the publication that the funds will help deserving students continue their education despite economic challenges.
In an update on the country's HIV prevention initiatives, Channel Africa reports that Malawi is expanding access to a bi-annual HIV prevention injection. Ministry of Health Spokesperson Benedictor Mbewe confirmed to the network that young adults aged 20 to 34 represent the highest proportion of clients seeking the service. Preliminary data from pilot sites indicates that the twice-yearly Lenacapavir injection has quickly become the preferred choice among Malawians, outpacing daily oral pills and vaginal rings, the outlet reported.
Following previous reports of falling infection rates, the Ministry of Health has recorded a continued decrease in national malaria cases this year, according to MBC Online. Speaking at a session in Salima, National Malaria Control Programme Director Dr. Lumbani Munthali urged stakeholders to maintain their efforts as the government works toward eliminating the disease by 2030, the publication noted. During the same event, Ministry of Gender official Martha Kalumbi told MBC Online that addressing gender inequalities is required to ensure equal access to malaria prevention and treatment services.
Additionally, the World Bank is advancing a $50 million funding package for the Malawi Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience Project, according to Mthandizi. A newly published project appraisal document states that the initiative will use International Development Association grants and trust funds to strengthen the national health system and improve responses to future public health emergencies.