Africa stands as the most susceptible continent to the ramifications of climate change. Developing countries' thoughts on climate change and malaria are critical for many reasons. Firstly, many African Countries are inherently vulnerable to the impacts of climate change due to factors such as rainfall variation, increase in temperature, limited resources for anticipation and recovery, and low adaptation capacity. Climate change has the potential to exacerbate existing health risks, including malaria, diarrhea, and yellow fever. Malaria -in particular- presents one of the most serious public health challenges in sub-Saharan Africa, with consistently high death tolls of affected individuals, a large share of malaria infections incurring during pregnancy (approx. 12.7 million women (36%)), emerging Pyrethroid Resistance, and resistance to antimalarial drugs in malaria vectors further compounding the challenges faced in Africa.
To effectively manage resistance against infectious diseases, countries can develop and implement national plans for monitoring and managing insecticide resistance in malaria vectors, drawing upon the framework provided by the World Health Organization (WHO). A comprehensive understanding of these unique health impacts can enable the development of more targeted and effective interventions. However, limited economic resources in developing countries often impede their ability to respond to and recover from climate-induced or accelerated health crises. Insight into these economic constraints is crucial for the efficient allocation of international aid and support. Additionally, the socio-cultural contexts of developing countries significantly influence the effectiveness of health and climate change policies. A comprehensive understanding of these dimensions is essential for designing adaptive interventions that are culturally aligned and gender-sensitive, thereby enhancing their potential for success.
