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Climate Change Fuels Malaria Surge in Southern Africa, Threatening Elimination Goals
Rising temperatures and shifting rain patterns are driving a dramatic increase in malaria cases across Southern Africa, jeopardizing South Africa's 2029 elimination target.
Key Takeaways
- Malaria cases in Mpumalanga jumped fourfold in January 2026 compared to the previous year.
- Gauteng reported over 400 cases and 11 deaths in the first three months of 2026.
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DT Editorial Team··via medicalxpress.com