Burkina Faso Launches Malaria Vaccine Rollout
International News
February 28, 2024
Burkina Faso has commenced the rollout of a malaria vaccine, marking a significant milestone in the fight against the disease. Robert Lucien Kargougou, the Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, announced the initiation of the vaccination campaign. Sidzabda Kompaore, the Permanent Secretary of the Malaria Control Programme, emphasized the importance of this initiative in reducing malaria-related morbidity and mortality.