We Train, Publish, Collaborate & Educate
Our Vision
A malaria-free Africa, where media plays a vital role in increasing awareness, facilitating research collaboration, and enabling effective communication and advocacy to accelerate malaria elimination efforts
We Train
We train African journalists to report effectively on malaria and other diseases and to interpret scientific data. We build capacity of scientists and researchers to work effectively with the media.
PUBLISH
AMMREN publishes the eyes on malaria magazine. The flagship magazine breaks down scientific data and research findings into simple language. AMMREN has produced documentaries on malaria.
Collaborate
AMMREN partners with organizations working on malaria globally, research and academic institutions, National Malaria Control Programmes and civil society organizations to push the malaria elimination agenda.
EDUCATE
AMMREN organizes outreach programmes to educate communities and vulnerable groups on malaria prevention and control methods and other diseases and what they can do to reduce the burden of diseases
About Us
The African Media and Malaria Research Network (AMMREN) is a registered non-governmental organization made up of a network of African journalists and scientists working together towards the control and elimination of malaria. Established in 2006, AMMREN is based in Accra, Ghana. AMMREN has chapters in other countries and has over the past 17 years been actively involved in media advocacy for the elimination of malaria and other diseases on the African continent.
Eyes On Malaria Magazine
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Ghana Health Service Reshuffles Top Officials in Strategic Move to Strengthen Healthcare System
In a decisive move to align leadership with national health priorities, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced a major reshuffle involving some of its top Programme Managers, Deputy Directors, and Medical Superintendents. This bold restructuring, effective May 19, 2025, signals a renewed focus on revitalizing Ghana’s health system in […]
AMMREN, UHAS & NMEP Unite to Mark World Malaria Day 2025
On April 23, 2025, stakeholders from across Ghana and beyond gathered virtually for a significant event marking World Malaria Day 2025. Organized by the Centre for Malaria Research at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), in collaboration with the Ghana National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMCP) and the African […]
WORLD MALARIA DAY 2025 (WMD25) STATEMENT BY THE AFRICAN MEDIA AND MALARIA RESEARCH NETWORK (AMMREN)
PRESS STATEMENT April 25, 2025 — ACCRA World Malaria Day 2025 Theme: Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest. Reimagine. Reignite. The commemoration of World Malaria Day 2025 presents another critical opportunity for the global community to renew its commitment to end malaria. Under the theme “Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest. Reimagine. […]
Enugu State Government Cracks Down on Illegal Charges for Malaria Treatment
In a bold move to combat malaria and ensure healthcare accessibility, the Enugu State Government has issued a strict warning against any healthcare facility charging residents for malaria testing or treatment over the next two years. The announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Ikechukwu Obi, during […]
The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship
Program The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is offering the Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship, a six-month program designed for women journalists who focus on human rights and social justice. Named in honor of Elizabeth Neuffer, a Boston Globe correspondent and 1998 IWMF Courage in Journalism Award winner who was killed in […]
Addressing Inequities in the Global Fight Against Malaria: Insights from the WHO World Malaria Report 2024
Introduction The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released its World Malaria Report 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the global progress and challenges in combating malaria. This year’s report, titled Addressing Inequity in the Global Malaria Response, underscores the urgent need for a more inclusive and equitable approach to malaria […]
Oxford Study to Deliberately Infect Volunteers with Malaria to Combat Relapsing Infections
A groundbreaking new study led by the Oxford Vaccine Group aims to better understand the complexities of malaria, specifically Plasmodium vivax, a type of malaria that has the ability to remain dormant in the liver for months or even years before reactivating. This innovative research is set to provide vital […]
AMMREN Ghana Empowers Media to Advance Universal Health Coverage
In October 2024, a transformative workshop organized by the African Media and Malaria Research Network in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service brought together media professionals, healthcare practitioners, and community health advocates to explore the critical role of the media in driving Ghana’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda. The Power […]
Malaria Likely Behind Deadly Disease Outbreak in DR Congo
Health authorities have identified malaria as the probable cause of a mysterious illness that has claimed over 80 lives in southwestern Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak, which initially puzzled medical experts, has prompted a rapid response from regional and international health organizations. The affected region, known as the Panzi […]
Malaria Vaccine Rolled Out in Nigeria
In a groundbreaking move, Nigeria, the country with the highest malaria mortality rate globally, has started rolling out a malaria vaccine for the first time. The West African nation, which accounts for almost a third of global malaria deaths annually, is set to make a significant impact on public health […]