Ifakara Health Institute has been featured in a news story published by The Sun, one of the UK’s largest news outlets, highlighting the Institute’s cutting-edge research in the long-standing fight against malaria.

In partnership with Malaria No More - a charity dedicated to ending malaria within our generation – the British tabloid visited Ifakara labs recently to showcase Tanzania’s frontline role in the global fight against malaria. The piece, written by health journalist Isabel Shaw.

The feature explores how Ifakara scientists are using world-class entomology labs and innovation hubs to take on one of the world’s deadliest diseases—malaria.

Accompanied by powerful visuals and a video segment, the article captures the tireless efforts of Tanzanian researchers as they work with genetically modified mosquitoes, trap designs, and groundbreaking surveillance technologies to tackle transmission and save lives.

🔗 Read and watch the full story here:
https://www.thesun.co.uk/health/35228002/labs-deadly-malaria-battle-mosquitoes-europe

This international recognition underscores IHI’s continued leadership in global health research and reaffirms Tanzania’s key role in driving forward science-led solutions to end malaria in our lifetime.

We invite all stakeholders, partners, and supporters to read the story and help amplify the message of hope, science, and collaboration in this shared fight.

About The Sun UK

The Sun is one of the United Kingdom’s most widely read newspapers, known for its bold headlines, accessible reporting style, and broad reach across print and digital platforms. Founded in 1964, The Sun covers a wide range of topics, including news, politics, entertainment, health, and human-interest stories. 

With a daily readership of millions, it plays a significant role in shaping public opinion and spotlighting issues that matter to everyday readers. Through investigative journalism and impactful storytelling, The Sun engages audiences across the UK and beyond, using its platform to bring visibility to both national and global issues.

About Malaria No More UK

Malaria No More is a charity dedicated to ending malaria within our generation. Based in the UK, the organisation works to mobilise political will, increase funding, and foster innovative partnerships that support global malaria eradication efforts. It plays a vital role in advocacy, communications, and strategic influence—amplifying the voices of scientists, communities, and leaders in malaria-endemic regions. 

Malaria No More collaborates closely with governments, the private sector, and civil society to drive policy change and action. Its bold mission: to save lives and unlock economic potential by defeating one of the world’s oldest and deadliest diseases.