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US aid cuts have caused a resurgence of malaria in Zimbabwe, with cases and deaths drastically increasing in 2025. The Zimbabwe Entomological Support Programme (Zento), crucial for malaria control, was crippled by the funding halt. The distribution of mosquito nets was disrupted, leaving many vulnerable. The government acknowledges the setback but aims to eliminate malaria by 2030, emphasizing the need for domestic funding to bridge the gap left by the US withdrawal.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.