As part of the surveillance of the pfhrp2 and pfhrp3 deletion and to address this threat, the Pathogens Genomic Diversity Network Africa (PDNA) organized a training workshop from May 12 to 17, 2025, in Sotuba. This workshop was intended for researchers from Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Mali, and Uganda.
The objective was to learn how to use an advanced laboratory method called real-time PCR, capable of accurately detecting parasite strains that elude conventional tests.
Theoretical and practical training
Over six days, participants received:
- Courses on malaria, PCR, and parasite genetic surveillance
- Practical laboratory work, particularly on sample preparation and analysis
Thanks to this initiative, participants were better prepared to detect difficult cases of malaria and improve diagnostics to prevent patients from receiving inadequate treatment. This is therefore an essential step to preserve the effectiveness of current tests and strengthen the fight against malaria in order to save lives.
