Engaging stakeholders in Busoga region, Eastern Uganda about the fight against malaria
Target Malaria Uganda recently held a two-day stakeholder engagement with district technical staff and cultural, faith-based, and civil society representatives from the Busoga subregion in Eastern Uganda. Hosted in Jinja City, this regional engagement reaffirmed the project’s commitment to open an inclusive dialogue around malaria control and elimination.
The discussions provided an opportunity for stakeholders to examine the malaria burden in the Busoga subregion, where malaria remains a leading public health challenge, and to reflect on the strengths and limitations of current malaria control tools. Stakeholders also learned about Target Malaria Uganda’s research into innovative vector control approaches, including the use of genetically modified mosquitoes to reduce malaria transmission.
Stakeholders actively shared questions and perspectives on environmental safety, human health, regulatory processes, and the role of cultural and religious institutions. In response, the project team highlighted that the research follows a step-by-step development pathway and is conducted under national regulatory oversight to ensure safety, accountability, and transparency.
The engagement highlighted the importance of partnership, transparency, and trust. The Busoga Kingdom, a traditional monarchy, expressed willingness to collaborate with the project, reflecting a shared commitment to protecting communities from malaria. Through continued dialogue, Target Malaria Uganda remains committed to developing innovative malaria control tools responsibly and ethically, while listening, learning, and working with stakeholders to protect communities across the region.
