ReviewJournal of public health in Africa2025
Impact of climate change on malaria transmission in Africa: A scoping review of literature.
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- Predictive Modelling of Climate-Driven Malaria Transmission for Optimal Control Using a Coupled SEIR-SEI and GIS Framework.Public health challenges · 2026Article
- Mechanistic interactions between Plasmodium falciparum and Epstein-Barr virus in endemic Burkitt Lymphoma pathogenesis: a narrative review (2010-2026).Infectious agents and cancer · 2026Review
- Malaria Test Positivity, Temporal Trends, and Associated Factors Among Clinically Suspected Adult Cases in Maruleng Sub-District, Limpopo Province, South Africa, 2018-2023.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2026Article
- Estimates of global causes of death for children and adolescents aged 5-19 in 2000-24: secondary data analysis using bayesian multinomial logistic regression.BMJ (Clinical research ed.) · 2026Article
- Genetic diversity of the Plasmodium falciparum Pfs230 gene in four East African countries supports its potential as a malaria transmission‑blocking vaccine candidate.Malaria journal · 2026Article
- The case for exploring innate memory in Plasmodium infection.Current opinion in microbiology · 2026Review
- Fatal and non-fatal health outcomes of malaria among reproductive age women in Eastern Sub-Saharan Africa, from 1990 to 2023.Malaria journal · 2026Article
- KSHV and Human Diseases: Beyond KS, PEL and MCD.Microorganisms · 2026Review
- Ambient temperature, rainfall, and adverse maternal and child health outcomes in Nigeria: evidence from a national cross-sectional study.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Climate change has significant health implications, disproportionately affecting Africa because of its limited adaptive capacity and socio-environmental vulnerabilities. Malaria, a climate-sensitive disease, is a major public health concern. Climate change influences malaria transmission by altering vector behaviour, parasite life cycles and environmental conditions. Aim: To identify, map and analyse evidence on the relationship between malaria and climate change in Africa. Setting: The study examined institutional and community-based studies conducted in the African region. Method: A systematic review of studies published between January 2010 and December 2024 was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, African Index Medicus and Embase using keywords related to climate change and malaria. Thematic analysis was applied to synthesise patterns and trends. Results: Ninety studies were included. Findings demonstrate that slight temperature increases significantly impact malaria transmission by accelerating mosquito vector and parasite development. Changes in rainfall patterns, whether excessive or diminished, affect mosquito breeding sites, leading to fluctuations in malaria incidence. Regional variations highlight the need for localised interventions. Conclusion: Climate factors are crucial in malaria prevalence and distribution in Africa. As climate shifts alter mosquito populations, traditional interventions, such as chemical spraying, may become less effective. Integrating ecological data into malaria control strategies ensures interventions remain effective under changing climatic conditions. Strengthening climate-responsive policies will be pivotal in malaria reduction and elimination efforts. Contribution: This review offers a comprehensive synthesis of climate-malaria interactions, providing insights for policymakers and researchers to develop climate-informed malaria control strategies tailored to Africa's diverse ecosystems landscapes.
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