Invasive mosquito sparks malaria fears across Africa
The invasive mosquito species Anopheles stephensi is spreading across Africa, threatening to cause a resurgence of malaria in urban areas. Scientists are concerned because the species is highly resilient to insecticides and thrives in man-made urban environments.
Why it matters
The spread of this mosquito could undermine decades of progress in malaria control and pose a significant public health risk to rapidly growing African cities.
A fast-spreading invasive mosquito is raising alarm across Africa, as scientists warn it could fuel a resurgence of malaria in major cities.
The mosquito, known as Anopheles stephensi, is unlike traditional malaria carriers. It thrives in densely populated urban areas, breeding in water containers around homes and buildings, making it far harder to control.
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