MALARIA: Ever wonder why some mosquitoes target humans—and others don’t?
New research from southern Tanzania has confirmed that anopheles arabiensis—a key malaria vector—is strongly attracted to humans. In co…
HANDOVER: NEST360 strengthens newborn care at Mawenzi Hospital, Moshi
On 3 July 2025, the
NUTRITION: Study finds Zanzibar adolescents at risk of stunting, thinness
A new study has uncovered concerning levels of stunting and thinness among adolescents in Zanzibar, signaling critical public health challenges in …
MTAFITI: A Glimpse into Critical Care
"MTAFITI" - the monthly news and events round-up of Ifakara Health Institute - June 2025 edition is out. This issue shines a spotlight on…
MALARIA CONTROL: Scientists confirm screening homes can cut infections
Better housing could be key to future malaria control, according to a new study led by the Ifakara Health Institute and partners, which found that …
MEETING: Ifakara, stakeholders champion healthy food policies to tackle NCDs
Some stakeholders who were part of the meeting i…
MODELING: Using math and science to fight a deadly mosquito virus
Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) is a mosquito-borne illness that causes around 100,000 infections and 25,000 deaths each year—mostly affecting children in Southeast Asi…
FORUM: Ifakara joins leading voices at the Tanzania Digital Marketing Summit
The Ifakara Health Institute was among the inst…
FORUM: Ifakara joins experts at global conference on Early Childhood Development
In London, England from June 24–25 20…
#ASCO2025: Ifakara, partners convene to champion scientific solutions for improved healthcare
Ifakara Health Institute, as part of the Ifakara Cluster, participate…