Capacity of National Malaria Control Programmes to implement vector surveillance: a global analysis release_annebxj52nflhnq6kc6srcb4hu

by Tanya Russell, Robert Farlow, Myo Min, Effie Espino, Abraham Mnzava, Thomas R. Burkot

Published in Malaria Journal by Springer Science and Business Media LLC.

2020   Volume 19, Issue 1, p422

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<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title><jats:sec> <jats:title>Background</jats:title> Solving the problem of malaria requires a highly skilled workforce with robust infrastructure, financial backing and sound programme management coordinated by a strategic plan. Here, the capacity of National Malaria Control Programmes (NMCPs) was analysed to identify the strengths and weaknesses underpinning the implementation of vector surveillance and control activities by the core elements of programme capacity, being strategic frameworks, financing, human resources, logistics and infrastructure, and information systems. </jats:sec><jats:sec> <jats:title>Results</jats:title> Across nearly every country surveyed, the vector surveillance programmes were hampered by a lack of capacity and capability. Only 8% of NMCPs reported having sufficient capacity to implement vector surveillance. In contrast, 57%, 56% and 28% of NMCPs had the capacity to implement long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), indoor residual spraying (IRS) and larval source management (LSM) activities, respectively. Largely underlying this was a lack of up-to-date strategic plans that prioritize vector surveillance and include frameworks for decision-making and action. </jats:sec><jats:sec> <jats:title>Conclusions</jats:title> Strategic planning and a lack of well-trained entomologists heavily hamper vector surveillance. Countries on the path to elimination generally had more operational/field staff compared to countries at the stage of control, and also were more likely to have an established system for staff training and capacity building. It is unlikely that controlling countries will make significant progress unless huge investments also go towards increasing the number and capacity of programmatic staff. </jats:sec>
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