Seasonal Malaria Transmission Mechanisms in Eastern Mauritania: Research Study
- Mohamed Abdallah makkah (hammad) of the University of Nouakchott has received priority funding from the National Agency for Scientific Research and Innovation (ANRSI) in Mauritania.
- the research addresses a critical issue: the rapid resurgence of malaria cases shortly after the onset of the fall season, despite prolonged periods of suppressed transmission during the...
- Malaria transmission in the Sahel region, including Mauritania, is highly seasonal, linked to rainfall and mosquito breeding patterns.
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Mauritanian Research Project Aims too Understand Seasonal Malaria Transmission
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A research project led by Dr. Mohamed Abdallah makkah (hammad) of the University of Nouakchott has received priority funding from the National Agency for Scientific Research and Innovation (ANRSI) in Mauritania. The study focuses on understanding the mechanisms driving malaria transmission in the eastern regions of the country, with initial results anticipated by the end of 2026.
the research addresses a critical issue: the rapid resurgence of malaria cases shortly after the onset of the fall season, despite prolonged periods of suppressed transmission during the winter and summer months.Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for developing effective control and elimination strategies.
Understanding the Challenge of Seasonal Malaria
Malaria transmission in the Sahel region, including Mauritania, is highly seasonal, linked to rainfall and mosquito breeding patterns. Though, the speed with which malaria returns after periods of low transmission presents a notable challenge to public health interventions. This research aims to pinpoint the factors contributing to this rapid resurgence.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were an estimated 249 million cases of malaria worldwide, resulting in 608,000 deaths. the African Region accounted for over 95% of all malaria cases and 96% of all deaths. Targeted research like Dr. Makkah’s is vital for reducing these numbers.
The study’s findings are expected to inform both national malaria control programs in Mauritania and broader regional efforts across the Sahel. The ultimate goal is to contribute to the global initiative to eliminate malaria by 2030, as outlined by the Roll Back Malaria Partnership.
Dr. Mohamed Abdallah Makkah (Hammad): A Leading Expert
Dr. Mohamed Abdallah Makkah (Hammad) brings extensive expertise to this project. He is a research professor at the University of Nouakchott and president of the Mauritanian Society for Diseases of Parasites and Disease-Transmitting Insects (SOMAPE). He is also a member of the “Genome and Surroundings” research unit at the Faculty of Science and Technology.
Dr. Makkah’s background includes previous roles as a researcher and laboratory head at the National Institute for Public Health Research (INRSP). He is an active member of numerous international scientific societies and recognized as an international expert in parasitic and tropical diseases.