By Asma Mohamud - Reporter
Djibouti, 25 April 2026 Djibouti has reported an 80 per cent decline in malaria cases in recent years, as authorities push towards eliminating the disease, state news agency ADI reported.
Cases fell from 73,535 in 2020 to 16,250 in 2025, according to health officials cited by ADI.
The figures were highlighted during an event marking World Malaria Day held at the IFTIN polyclinic, organised by the Ministry of Health, the report said.
Officials said the progress reflects sustained efforts, including coordinated interventions and strengthened public health strategies.
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“These gains are the result of a collective and sustained commitment,” a senior health official said, according to ADI.
However, authorities warned that the progress remains fragile and called for continued vigilance, increased community mobilisation and strengthened on-the-ground interventions.
The World Health Organization representative in Djibouti described the progress as “remarkable,” adding that the country’s experience shows malaria elimination is achievable with strong political will and targeted measures, ADI reported.
Djibouti aims to fully eliminate malaria, with support from international partners including the WHO and the Global Fund, the report added.
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