Systems to End the Malaria Burden through Meaningful Engagement – I (SEMBE I)

Objectives

The objective of this program is to support and strengthen the capacity of the Cameroonian government and local stakeholders to lead and promote local solutions in the fight against malaria in Cameroon.

SEMBE-I will focus malaria service delivery activities in the Far North Region of Cameroon, and achieve the following outcomes:

1. Increased access to and utilization of quality malaria diagnosis, ITNs and drug-based prevention and treatment services at the facility and community level.
2. Increased adoption of prevention- and treatment-seeking behaviors for malaria and other febrile illnesses.
3. Increased access to and utilization of quality malaria data.
4. Strengthen health systems to optimize planning, coordination, and management of local response to malaria and other febrile illnesses.