Somali Regional Public Health Laboratory and Research Directorate Conducts Malaria Slide Verification

Date: December 3, 2025 · Location: Jigjiga, Somali Region

In response to action items agreed upon during the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) meeting held on December 1, 2025,

Mahdi Ismail, laboratory expert, re-examines malaria slides to ensure diagnostic accuracy and strengthen surveillance data.

Fiesal Aden, laboratory expert, re-examines malaria slides to ensure diagnostic accuracy and strengthen surveillance data.

Activity Overview

• Scope: Malaria-positive slides were collected from six healthcare facilities across Faafan and Sitti zones.
• Verification Process: Laboratory experts and the Quality Case Team re-examined slides using standardized QA protocols.
• Findings: Verification confirmed high positivity rates and identified technical gaps in slide preparation and staining.

Outcomes

• Verified results shared with the EOC and respective districts.
• Facilities will receive technical feedback and targeted support.
• The iniative reinforces the region's commitment to robust malaria surveillance and reliable data for decision-making.

Next Steps

• Provide ongoing supervision and training for laboratory staff.
• Conduct scheduled rechecking to ensure sustained diagnostic quality.
• Integrate findings into the regional malaria control strategy for effective interventions.

Somali Regional Public Health Laboratory and Research Directorate

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