New malaria vaccines helped Ghana slash child deaths. Then Trump, others cut aid
Summary
New malaria vaccines have significantly reduced child deaths in Ghana, but aid cuts by the Trump administration and other donors threaten vaccine coverage across Africa where malaria remains deadly.
Key Points
- New malaria vaccines have helped Ghana reduce child mortality from malaria by 86% between 2018 and 2024.
- Gavi, the global vaccine aid group, faces a $2.9 billion shortfall, reducing funding for malaria vaccine programs by 28%.
- The Trump administration cut US support to Gavi over vaccine preservative concerns, impacting funding and vaccine availability.
- GSK and Serum Institute lowered vaccine prices to improve access amid funding challenges, but some countries still face delays in vaccination campaigns.
