QUESTION:

What are the malaria statistics in Rwanda?

ANSWER:

The following statistics are taken from the World Health Organisation (www.who.org):

• Approximately 90% of Rwandans are at risk of malaria.
• Malaria is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Rwanda responsible for up to 50% of all outpatient visits.
• In 2005, Rwanda reported 991 612 malaria cases.
• In 2006, malaria was responsible for 37% of outpatient consultations and 41% of hospital deaths, of which 42% were children under five.