Rising temperatures expand mosquito habitats. Learn the facts, assess your risk, get rainy season alerts — and stay protected.
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249M
Global malaria cases (2022)
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608K
Deaths per year
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+40%
Mosquito habitat expansion by 2050
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27%
Nigeria's share of global cases
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1.5°C
Critical warming threshold
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90%
Cases preventable with protection
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Learn About Malaria
6 education modules
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10 assessment questions
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Nigeria Risk Map
Interactive zone map
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MalariaGuard / Dashboard
Risk Dashboard
Real-time malaria risk overview for Nigeria — June 2026
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HIGH
Current Nigeria Risk Level
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Jun–Oct
Peak Transmission Window
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+28%
Rainfall above average (2026)
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Free
Malaria test at PHCs
📍 Risk by Region
South-West (Lagos, Ogun)92%
South-South (Rivers, Delta)88%
North-Central (Abuja, Benue)70%
North-West (Kano, Kaduna)48%
North-East (Borno, Adamawa)35%
📋 Recent Activity
High risk alert issued for South-West Nigeria
Today
Abuja rainfall 34% above June average
Jun 18
WHO updates Sub-Saharan risk projections
Jun 15
Free ITN distribution extended in Rivers State
Jun 10
3 breeding sites reported via MalariaGuard app
Jun 20
🌡️ Climate Impact Indicators
Temperature Rise (vs 1990)+1.2°C
Breeding Site DensityVery High
Mosquito Activity IndexHigh
Population ITN Coverage52%
🎯 Protection Coverage
52%
of at-risk Nigerians use bed nets
Target: 80% — 28 points to close the gap
✅ Free nets available at all PHCs nationwide
📅 Nigeria Monthly Risk 2026
JAN
Low
FEB
Low
MAR
Rising
APR
High
MAY
High
JUN 🔴
PEAK
JUL
High
AUG
High
SEP
High
OCT
Falling
NOV
Low
DEC
Low
MalariaGuard / Learn
Climate & Malaria Education
Learn how rising temperatures directly increase your malaria risk.
🦟 What is Malaria?
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is preventable and curable — but still kills hundreds of thousands each year.
There are 5 species of Plasmodium. P. falciparum is the most deadly and most common in Sub-Saharan Africa including Nigeria.
P. falciparum — Most dangerous, dominant in Africa
P. vivax — Common in Asia & Latin America
P. malariae — Mild but chronic
P. ovale — Rare, West Africa
P. knowlesi — Zoonotic, Southeast Asia
💡 Nigeria accounts for roughly 27% of global malaria cases — the highest of any country.
🌡️ How Climate Change Drives Malaria Risk
Climate change alters temperature, rainfall patterns, and humidity — the exact conditions that determine where and when mosquitoes thrive.
Higher temperatures speed up parasite development inside mosquitoes
More rainfall creates standing water — ideal mosquito breeding grounds
Extended rainy seasons prolong peak transmission windows
Altitude expansion — mosquitoes now survive in highlands once too cold
Displacement — climate-driven flooding forces people into endemic zones
⚠️ By 2050, climate change could expose an additional 2.4 billion people to malaria risk — WHO.
🌡️ At 25°C, Anopheles mosquitoes breed 30% faster than at 20°C. Every degree of warming matters.
🌿 Mosquito Habitats & Climate
Anopheles mosquitoes need warm temperatures (above 16°C), standing fresh water, and high humidity. Breeding sites include:
Stagnant ponds, puddles, and flooded fields
Blocked drainage channels in urban areas
Construction site water storage
Water pots, tyres, and open containers
River banks during and after flooding
🗺️ In Nigeria, peak breeding occurs April–October in the South and June–September in the North — periods getting longer with climate change.
🤒 Malaria Symptoms
Symptoms appear 10–15 days after an infected bite. Early recognition saves lives.
🌡️ High fever & chills (cyclical every 48–72 hrs)
🤕 Severe headache
😓 Sweating and fatigue
🤢 Nausea and vomiting
💪 Muscle & joint pain
🩺 Pale skin (anaemia)
🧠 Confusion or seizures (severe cases)
🚨 Severe malaria is a medical emergency. If fever is cyclical or confusion develops — go to hospital immediately.
70% of malaria deaths happen in children under 5.
🔄 How Malaria is Transmitted
1. Infected mosquito bites human → injects sporozoites
2. Parasites travel to the liver, multiply silently
3. Parasites enter bloodstream, infect red blood cells
4. Red blood cells burst → fever cycles begin
5. Another mosquito bites infected person → picks up parasites
6. Cycle continues
🌙 Anopheles mosquitoes are most active dusk to dawn — your highest-risk window.
🛡️ Prevention Strategies
🛏️ Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITNs) — sleep under one every night
🏠 Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS)
💊 Chemoprevention for pregnant women & children
🚫 Drain standing water — drain, cover, clear
🧴 Repellents — DEET-based on exposed skin
👕 Protective clothing — long sleeves at dusk/dawn
💉 Vaccination — RTS,S/AS01 (Mosquirix)
🏥 Rapid Diagnosis & Treatment — test early, treat with ACTs
✅ In Nigeria, free ITNs and malaria testing are available at government health centres.
WHO DataNigeria SpecificClimate ScienceEvidence-Based
MalariaGuard / Quiz
Knowledge Assessment Quiz
Test what you've learned. 10 questions covering all topics.
Question 1 of 10Score: 0
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MalariaGuard / Alerts
Rainy Season Alerts
Current risk levels and protection tips for Nigeria.
🚨 HIGH RISK — Active Transmission Season
June 2026 — South-West Nigeria
Nigeria is currently in peak rainy season (April–October). Heavy rainfall across Lagos, Ibadan, Benin City, Port Harcourt, and surrounding states has created widespread breeding conditions. Take all precautions now.
⚠️ ELEVATED — North-Central Belt
June 2026 — Abuja, Benue, Niger States
The north-central region is entering peak transmission. Rainfall increasing and standing water accumulating around urban zones in Abuja. Risk is rising.
✅ MODERATE — Northern States
June 2026 — Kano, Sokoto, Zamfara
Risk currently moderate in far northern states. Rainy season peaks here July–September. Begin precautionary measures now.
Nigeria Monthly Risk Calendar
JAN
Low
FEB
Low
MAR
Rising
APR
High
MAY
High
JUN 🔴
PEAK
JUL
High
AUG
High
SEP
High
OCT
Falling
NOV
Low
DEC
Low
Prevention Tips
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Sleep Under a Net
Use insecticide-treated bed nets every night. Anopheles peak activity is 10pm–4am.
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Drain Standing Water
Empty buckets, tyres, pots and clear gutters after every rainfall.
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Use Fans & Screens
Mosquitoes are weak fliers. Window screens and fans reduce landing.
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Apply Repellent
Use DEET or picaridin-based repellent on exposed skin at dusk and dawn.
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Test Before You Treat
Get a free RDT within 24hrs of fever. Do not self-medicate.
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Pregnant? Extra Care
Take IPTp-SP at every antenatal visit. Malaria in pregnancy is deadly.
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Children Under 5
Most at risk. Seek care at the first sign of fever. Free tests at PHCs.
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Cover Up at Dusk
Long-sleeved shirts and trousers from 6pm reduce bite exposure significantly.
MalariaGuard / Risk Map
🗺️ Nigeria Malaria Risk Map
Interactive map showing current malaria risk zones across Nigeria's geopolitical zones — June 2026.
🔴 Current Risk Status — Hover or tap a zone to see details
High Risk
Elevated Risk
Moderate Risk
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High Risk Zones
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Elevated Zone
2
Moderate Zones
ℹ️ What does your zone mean?
🔴 High Risk
Sleep under ITN every night. Drain standing water. Visit PHC immediately if fever develops.
🟡 Elevated
Use bed nets and repellent. Monitor for symptoms. Risk is rising — take precautions now.
🟢 Moderate
Standard precautions apply. Rainy season approaching — prepare your nets and drainage.
MalariaGuard / Report Breeding Site
📍 Report a Breeding Site
Help protect your community by reporting mosquito breeding sites near you.
Found stagnant water, a blocked drain, or a potential breeding ground in your area? Report it here so your community can take action. Every report matters.
✅ Thank you! Your report has been submitted. You're helping protect your community from malaria. Share this app with your neighbours!
📊 Community Reports This Month
47
Sites reported
31
Sites cleared
16
Pending action
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