Amidst Challenges, IRS Begins in Malawi

This week’s Fist Bump goes to the VectorLink Malawi team, which began its IRS campaign this past Monday. A launch event was held in the far north of Nkhotakota District, where the spraying is taking place, and was attended by representatives from the NMCP and the Nkhotakota Health Office, as well as traditional authorities and the District Council. Community leaders and NMCP representatives reaffirmed their support for IRS and encouraged community members to allow their houses to be sprayed.

As was the case in many countries this year, our Malawi colleagues faced in-country challenges in preparing for this year’s campaign, in this instance, fuel shortages, an outbreak of cholera, and the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Nonetheless, the team had a smooth, successful first week and are anticipating more of the same in the weeks ahead. Congrats to all in Malawi and thanks to those in the home office and at PMI for all their support, too.