Egypt’s recent malaria-free certification by the World Health Organization (WHO) marks a significant achievement
in public health, underscoring the effectiveness of sustained national efforts in disease eradication. This milestone,
achieved after nearly a century of strategic intervention, highlights the importance of integrated public health
programmes and cross-sector collaboration. Egypt’s journey involved early initiatives to reduce human–mosquito
contact, the establishment of malaria control stations, and comprehensive outbreak management strategies. This
country’s success serves as an exemplar for other African nations, emphasizing the need for adaptable, communityfocused approaches to disease control. Despite challenges such as drug-resistant malaria strains and pesticideresistant mosquitoes, Egypt’s experience demonstrates the potential for successful malaria elimination through coor‑
dinated efforts and innovative solutions. This accomplishment contributes to regional health improvements,
and provides valuable insights into global malaria eradication strategies.
Keywords Malaria-free certification, Egypt, WHO, Public health, Disease control, Africa, Vector-borne diseases, Global
health strategy