AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control

With communities actively taking the lead, we have reached the halfway mark of this year's Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign. Week 5 has been completed and Week 6 begins today. With only 5 weeks left to conclude this year’s campaign, preparations are in full swing to protect homes from this deadly disease. In just 60 seconds, learn how to prepare your home for Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) and make the most of this effective protection method. Watch the video below to discover what to do before, during, and after spraying. #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe #2024irs The Global Fund AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Ghana Health Service National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana

To all our wonderful mothers, we honor the boundless love and care you shower upon our families. Your selflessness, warmth, and guidance are the foundation upon which we build our lives. May this special day be filled with joy, appreciation, and celebration of the incredible impact you have on our lives. Yɛma mo Ayekoo! #happymothersday2024 #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination

A four-member delegation from the Ghana Secretariat of the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) and the Malaria Oversight Committee completed a three-day monitoring visit to selected operational sites of the AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) intervention today. The team comprised Kenneth Yeboah (Oversight Officer), Catherine Bentum-Williams (Ethics Officer & The Global Fund PSEAH Focal Person in Ghana), Dr Felicia Owusu-Antwi (World Health Organization Ghana Office & Committee Member), and Samuel Dodoo (Committee Member). Between May 8 and 10, they visited the Kassena Nankana West, Builsa North, and Builsa South districts in the Upper East region to monitor the implementation of the AGAMal 2024 IRS campaign. During the visit, the team observed the IRS implementation process, engaged with community leaders, held discussions with beneficiaries and operators, and gathered feedback on the intervention's impact and challenges. They witnessed firsthand the efforts of the spray teams, the community mobilisation activities, and the measures taken to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the spraying operations. The Global Fund has been supporting Ghana's efforts to combat malaria through the AGAMal IRS intervention, which has significantly contributed to the reduction of malaria cases in operational areas. #2024irs #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe Ghana Health Service The Global Fund National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana AngloGold Ashanti Ghana

“Thanks to AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control (AGAMal)'s IRS intervention, I can proudly say that malaria is no longer a worry for my family. Our smiles are brighter, our days are fuller, and our hearts are grateful for the protection AGAMal provides”. Eunice Bagmwin (Chetu, Sissala West). AngloGold Ashanti Ghana The Global Fund Ghana Health Service National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana

This year's Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign continues to gain significant traction across communities. By just Week 3, our teams have already entered 587 communities across 16 districts in 3 regions, spraying 44,735 structures with 427,791 rooms across 67,091 households. This has provided protection for 402,579 people. Now, in Week 5, we are working tirelessly to extend coverage to even more areas. If we could not reach you during our first visit to your community, call 0203298136 to schedule for spraying. Some operators will remain in your community to conduct mop-up spraying. For communities that have not yet been reached, please be assured you are included in our plans. Stay tuned for updates on when we will visit your area. Like, comment, and share to show your support. #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe #2024irs Ghana Health Service National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana The Global Fund AngloGold Ashanti Ghana

After landing a job as a Skip and Conveyor Operator at the AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Obuasi Mine, little did Yeboah know that relocating to Obuasi comes with even a greater bonus, a freedom from malaria. Watch his testimony in the video as Yeboah shares his remarkable journey, where AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control (AGAMal's) Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) initiative became his game-changer, turning his life around in ways he never thought possible. Follow us to discover how AGAMal's IRS is transforming lives, one spray at a time. National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana The Global Fund Ghana Health Service #SmallActsBigImpact #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe #2024irs

Our life-changing IRS intervention is making a significant impact, touching countless lives and bringing hope to many families. Grandma Khadija shares her heartwarming story in this must-watch video testimonial from the peaceful community of Domeabra in the Obuasi East District of Ashanti. Watch, be inspired, and share your stories with us in the comments below. Across all 16 operational districts, we have protected over 240,000 people in over 41,000 households as of Week 2. The best part? Week 4 promises to be even more impactful as we cover more and more communities. Stay tuned for more updates and stories of hope and transformation. #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe #SmallActionsBigImpact #smallactionsbigimpactformalariaelimination #2024irs Ghana Health Service National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana The Global Fund

In a collaborative effort between Ghana's University of Cape Coast (UCC) and Germany's Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, an 8-day Advanced Workshop on Vector Biology and Control took place in UCC between 15th and 24th April. As part of a partnership with the University of Cape Coast, which began in 2023, AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control (AGAMal) hosted all participating students on this year's Course in Obuasi on April 22nd. Beginning with a field trip to see our teams in action, our participants, led by Dr. Andreas Kudom, experienced every step of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS), including household preparations, operational safety and spraying. Then, our team of experts led the classroom and entomology laboratory sessions covering planning vector control interventions, community mobilisation tactics, entomological surveillance, evaluating impact, and driving behaviour change for sustainability. As the world continues battling vector-borne diseases like malaria, equipping the next generation with multi-disciplinary skills is paramount. This study partnership represents a potent intersection of academia and industry, merging theoretical knowledge with practical expertise from AGAMal's frontline teams. Building the next generation's skills is key to globalising more effective public health strategies, and we at AGAMal are proud to equip future leaders with these skills. #SmallActionsBigImpact #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe #UniversityofChoice #LMU #UCC #VectorControl #vectorbiology AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Ghana Health Service National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana The Global Fund

Malaria is an infectious disease that threatens the lives of billions of people around the world, including many in mining communities. In Ghana, ICMM member AngloGold Ashanti established the AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control charity, reducing malaria rates by 90% in the Obuasi region and protecting more than a million people from the disease. Find out more about the project here: https://agamal.org/home/

Here are highlights of the 2024 World Malaria Day Mini-Clinic and Durbar in New Edubiase in the Ashanti region, made possible by AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Obuasi Mine in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Malaria Control (AGAMal), AGA Health Foundation , Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation , GIZ Ghana, Ghana Health Service and Adansi South District Assembly. National Malaria Elimination Programme - NMEP Ghana Elimination AngloGold Ashanti