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1. Africa: 'We Are at a Critical Point in the Fight Against Malaria' #WorldMalariaDay

   [allAfrica] Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has described the rollout of malaria vaccines across Africa as the fastest in its history, signalling a critical moment in the fight against one of the continent's deadliest diseases. 25 countries in Africa have introduced malaria vaccines into their routine immunisation programmes with Gavi support. Early reports indicate that the initiative has had a significant impact on saving lives, reducing severe diseases, and reducing hospital admissions.

2. Mali: Bamako and Other Locations Target of Coordinated Attacks

   [Premium Times] The military authority in Mali confirmed the attack in a statement, saying the terrorists "suffered immediate setback" and many of them were "neutralised."

3. Mali: Malian Army Confirms Clashes With Armed Fighters in Key Cities

   [RFI] Mali's army confirmed on Saturday it was involved in clashes with armed fighters who had attacked army barracks in the capital Bamako and other areas in the country.

4. Somalia: Somalia Faces Growing Human Displacement in Worsening Drought Crisis

   [allAfrica] Geneva -- Nearly 62,000 people have been displaced by drought since the beginning of this year, while more than six million people face hunger across five districts in Somalia, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said Friday.

5. Africa: Strengthening Malaria Prevention Efforts in the Sahel #WorldMalariaDay

   [allAfrica] Malaria, spread by infected Anopheles mosquitoes, is one of the deadliest yet preventable diseases in the world. In 2024, it was estimated to claim about 610,000 lives, according to the World Health Organisation. Africa bears the brunt of this burden, accounting for 95% of global cases and deaths, with children under five being especially affected.