National Malaria Control Program

Two staff of the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) Omar Jallow and Samuel S. Gomez have just concluded a two weeks Seminar on the Application of Artemisinin in Malaria Control Strategies held in Beijing, China. This training brought together malaria program representatives and other Ministry of Health (MoH) staff from different countries to strengthen technical capacity, share experiences, and explore innovations in artemisinin‑based malaria prevention and treatment. Participants were engaged in practical sessions, field visits, and collaborative discussions aimed at improving therapeutic efficacy, malaria case management and progressive elimination efforts.
This will support the ongoing National Malaria Elimination (NME) Strategies and contributes to high level commitments to Malaria free Gambia.

The National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), in collaboration with key stakeholders and partners, has successfully concluded an intensive eight-days Thematic Group Meeting focused on proposal development and resource mobilization for the next 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 (𝐆𝐂𝟖).
The grant proposal development process was aligned with existing national policies and strategic priorities. It systematically addressed gaps identified from previous grants, prioritizing high-impact interventions to sustain the gains achieved under 𝐆𝐂𝟕, and ensuring that proposed activities reflect the needs of the population as the country advances towards malaria elimination.
We extend our sincere appreciation to all stakeholders and partners for their commitment, dedication, and sacrifices throughout this critical process. Your collective efforts exemplify the spirit of collaboration required to achieve our shared vision.
Together, we can eliminate malaria not someday, but in our lifetime.

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Ministry of Health The Gambia through the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all partners and stakeholders including individuals that have in one way or the other contributed towards the success of World Malaria Day (WMD) Commemoration 2026. Special gratitude extended to the following individuals and institutions namely:
 Guaranty Trust Bank
 Kairaba Pharmaceuticals
 EMJ Pharmacy
 Banjul Pharmacy
 Sino pharmaceutical
 Kombo pharmaceuticals
 Hon. Governor WCR
 Brikama Area Council
 Chief of Kombo South
 Alkalo of Farato, VDC under Saikou Njie’s Leadership, Imam and entire community
 RHD WHR2
 OIC of Farato and entire staff
 The Principal of Mindaw Junior & Senior Sec. Sch. & students who participated in the march pass
 Scout Band
 Kanyeleng groups
 WHO
 CRS
 GRCS
 IFRC
 CHINA AID
 MRC
 PATH
 AOHJ
 TV & Radio Stations
 Online Media Houses
 Media Team of DHPE especially the Caravan team (Film Van and PA system)
 Technical Working Group (Task Force) for WMD 2026
Thank you all for your continued support and partnership. Your dedication to our shared goals has been instrumental in our success, and we could not have achieved this without you. Together we are “𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖: 𝙉𝙤𝙬 𝙒𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙣. 𝙉𝙤𝙬 𝙒𝙚 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙩.”

In Commemoration of World Malaria Day (WMD) 2026, the Ministry of Health The Gambia through National Malaria Control Program with partners/stakeholders gathered today in Farato Kombo South Western Health Region 2 under the 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞: “𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚: 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧. 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭.”
The theme reflects two truths that belong together. We can end malaria – not someday, but in our lifetime.
It called everyone (government, global donors, partners/stakeholders, communities) to action and to reaffirm once more that 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞, 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬 towards achieving our goal of eliminating malaria in our country by re-committing ourselves to championing country ownership and leadership, ensure consistent partner support and accelerate innovation, through our communities by sleeping under insecticide treated bed nets, seek early diagnosis and treatment, accepting all other interventions that are brought to our door step and their full utilization as pillars and drivers for malaria control and elimination. For our partners to continue to walk with us, invest in sustainable solutions, and help us turn the dream of a malaria-free Gambia into reality where malaria is no longer a threat to our children, our families, or our nation.
The commemoration ended with the presentation of iCCM Commodities to the Ministry by the The Gambia Red Cross Society under the CIDCA fund for Accelerating Malaria Elimination Project.

🌍✨ 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ✨🌍
Together, we are 𝘋𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘌𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢: 𝘕𝘰𝘸 𝘞𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘯. 𝘕𝘰𝘸 𝘞𝘦 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘵.
Join us on 𝟐𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨 as partners unite to strengthen the fight against malaria and protect communities across The Gambia.
Let’s stand together for a malaria-free future!

Staff from the National Malaria Control Program and partners from PATH took to West Coast Radio to discuss the commemoration of the WORLD MALARIA DAY and ongoing efforts, community engagement, and the impact of malaria interventions across the country.
Together, we’re amplifying awareness, strengthening partnerships, and driving action toward a healthier, malaria-free nation.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/iSfGRE4p1Kc
PATH West Coast Radio

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