The new malaria vaccines could help bring us in sight of the end of the tunnel, says the renowned malaria scientist. But vaccine hesitancy could present a stumbling block.
Malaria elimination policy and practices must be integrated into the broader health system without losing the focus on reduction of disease burden. Accelerating innovation for new tools and new ways of using existing tools is critical. Endemic countries have a great potential for entrepreneurship, research, and development. The malaria community should harness that potential.