London: Global malaria deaths increased in 2024 and health experts warn the situation could worsen if funding continues to fall short. The World Health Organization reported that malaria killed around 610000 people last year. This is slightly higher than the previous year and shows progress against the disease has slowed.

Malaria cases also increased. An estimated 282 million people were infected in 2024 which is about nine million more than the year before. The rise was most visible in countries like Ethiopia Madagascar and Yemen where health systems face strain from conflict climate pressures and weak infrastructure.

According to the report almost all deaths occurred in Africa and most victims were young children. Public health experts say malaria remains one of the biggest threats t

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