We welcome today’s strong U.S. pledge of $4.6 billion for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria and its commitment to continue matching contributions from other donors at rate of $1 for every $2 invested. With U.S. leadership, and commitments from countries and private and philanthropic donors, the international community came together in a strong show of support for the Global Fund’s lifesaving … Continued
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On the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, The Future of the Malaria Fight rallied leaders in the global malaria community to work together to forge a new path during a time of uncertainty. A Common Theme Under the common themes of integration and collaboration, speakers explored the emerging strategies, innovations, and partnerships needed … Continued
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WASHINGTON—Shot@Life and United to Beat Malaria jointly issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of State’s new America First Global Health Strategy: “We welcome the Administration’s strong commitment to strengthening disease surveillance and ending polio, malaria, and other deadly diseases. The America First Global Health Strategy affirms the value of America’s global … Continued
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The United to Beat Malaria and Shot@Life campaigns issued the following statement in response to the House Appropriations Committee’s vote to approve National Security and Related Programs (NSRP) legislation for FY26: We are pleased that the House’s FY26 foreign affairs funding bill includes more than $9.5 billion for global health programs, strongly funding critical global … Continued
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In response to the Senate’s passage of a rescissions package requested following a request from the Administration, the United to Beat Malaria and Shot@Life campaigns issued the following statement: WASHINGTON—We are pleased that Congress voted to protect lifesaving global health programs from rescissions. These programs keep Americans safe and stop deadly diseases that threaten children … Continued
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WASHINGTON—Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) certified Suriname as malaria-free, making it the first country in the Amazonian region in South America to eliminate malaria. Now, a total of 46 countries and one territory around the world have received malaria-free certifications. “Today, we celebrate Suriname’s historic achievement. Through the efforts of governments, frontline health workers, … Continued
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WASHINGTON—The United to Beat Malaria campaign issued the following statement in response to comments indicating a withdrawal of U.S. support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance at the Health and Prosperity through Immunisation Summit in Brussels: “United to Beat Malaria calls on the Administration to reconsider its decision to cease funding for Gavi, a highly effective, … Continued
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On May 30, the White House released the Trump Administration’s detailed budget request for FY26. While the State Department’s Congressional Budget Justification proposes a 62% overall cut to global health programs, it specifically prioritizes funding for global health security efforts to prevent infectious diseases, including polio eradication programs and the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). For … Continued
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Sen. Coons (D-DE), former Reps. Royce (R-CA) and Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), and leaders highlight progress against malaria, need for strong, committed investments WASHINGTON—Last night on Capitol Hill, United to Beat Malaria and Malaria Roundtable partners brought together lawmakers, global health leaders, and advocates for a World Malaria Day reception. Speakers underscored the United States’ track record … Continued
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WASHINGTON—United to Beat Malaria Executive Director Margaret McDonnell issued the following statement on World Malaria Day: This World Malaria Day reminds us that, while the world has made enormous progress against this disease in recent decades, this progress cannot be taken for granted and continued U.S. investment and partnership with endemic countries is critical to … Continued
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