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The media has reported on malaria in Zimbabwe. Since the beginning of 2013, more than 10 000 cases of malaria have been reported nationwide.
Frequent rain in the country has encouraged malaria breeding sites and more than 50% of the population live in low lying malaria risk areas. Malaria transmission rates usually peak during February, March and April and awareness campaigns have been intensified in areas including as Mudzi, Binga, Matabeleland South and Manicaland.
Preventive measures including vector control and indoor residual spraying have however, contributed to a decline in malaria in Zimbabwe. In 2012, 214 deaths from malaria and 328 000 cases were recorded nationwide.
(Via BERNAMA - accessed 28/01/13)
Advice for Travellers
There is a high risk of P.falciparum malaria in low lying areas of Zimbabwe. Please refer to the Country Record for further information on malaria risk and prophylaxis for travellers.
