(Monrovia, Liberia – April 2, 2025)– The National Malaria Control Program (NMCP), under the Ministry of Health, hosted a one-day onboarding meeting to establish the End Malaria Council (EMC). The event was graced by key stakeholders from public and private institutions, civil society organizations, and development partners, all committed to supporting Liberia’s fight against malaria.
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Catherine Cooper, Chief Medical Officer, extended gratitude to all council members for accepting the ministry’s invitation to join the national effort to eliminate malaria. She disclosed the government’s ongoing commitment and the progress made so far but acknowledged that much work remains. “The Ministry of Health has made significant strides toward eradicating malaria, but we have not yet reached our target. We cannot do this alone,” Dr. Cooper said. “We need the support of our private sector partners, civil society organizations, and every well-meaning Liberian who can contribute resources and ideas to help achieve this goal.”
Dr. Cooper further noted that the End Malaria Council will play a critical role in mobilizing resources and advocating for effective solutions, with a vision of a future where no one suffers from malaria. She expressed confidence that, with the council’s leadership and dedication, the Ministry can reach this ambitious goal. Providing an overview of the council’s structure and objectives, Dr. Trokon Washington, Program Manager of the NMCP, stated that the End Malaria Council is not a new concept globally but a fresh initiative for Liberia. He explained that the council aims to support the Pan-African Campaign to eliminate malaria by uniting leaders across government, private, public, and civil society sectors to champion the fight against the disease.
Dr. Washington highlighted alarming statistics, noting that Africa accounts for approximately 94% of global malaria cases and 95% of malaria-related deaths. In response, the African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA),