The'Competence approach'
in the battle against malaria
in Togo and The Gambia
An approach based on ownership
of the struggle by communities
An investigation in both countries.
"In Sohm, on average 5 small children died of malaria every year. Since the introduction of the Self Assessment tool, there hasn't been a single death."
Mme Sera Badjie, Sohm, Gambie.
"And now, even in the rainy season, when the danger of catching malaria is at its highest, you will find empty beds in our Health Centres."
M Ismail Njie, directeur national des infirmières, Ministère de la Santé, Gambie.
"Our results to date fully justify our decision to continue with the Self Assessment tool and to develop it further."
Dr Atobiank, médecin de santé publique, Togo.