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In Zambia, malaria has been a significant cause of illness and death. According to the 2022-2026 Zambia National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan, Luapula Province ranked the highest in malaria prevalence at 63% in 2021, with Nchelenge District having the highest malaria prevalence in the region.…
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For the past few months, we interviewed project staff who led our support for pandemic response around the world. These dedicated team members provided intriguing insights and suggestions to help prepare for the next public health emergency. Below are seven of their top lessons learned, including…
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Mali has one of the world's highest fertility rates, where the average woman will give birth six times in her lifetime, and approximately 24 percent of women in Mali report that they wish to avoid pregnancy but are not using a modern method of contraception. Access to family planning helps women…

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In Zambia, malaria has been a significant cause of illness and death. According to the 2022-2026 Zambia National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan, Luapula Province ranked the highest in malaria prevalence at 63% in 2021, with Nchelenge District having the highest malaria prevalence in the region.…
Flora Kalimba is the only female among the three task order coordinators at Global Health Supply Chain Program- Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) project in Malawi. She is the power behind supply chain management for family planning and maternal, neonatal and child health. Her work…
Supply chain management has historically been perceived as a male-dominated workforce, with men occupying the majority of management roles in distribution and warehousing. This perception, alongside limited educational opportunities, has made it more difficult for women to gain entry or advance in…