Narrative Review of Funding Challenges in Malaria Research

Bwanbale Geoffrey David

Faculty of Pharmacy Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Malaria research remains severely underfunded despite its global health significance. This paper examines the evolving landscape of malaria research funding, emphasizing public-private partnerships, innovative financing mechanisms, and the role of technology in mobilizing resources. It examines future directions, including engaging new donors, leveraging mobile and web-based fundraising, and enhancing collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and international organizations. Persistent inequities in funding allocation and challenges in sustaining research efforts are discussed. The study underscores the need for diversified funding streams, stronger regional commitments, and evidence-driven communication strategies to sustain progress toward malaria control and eradication.

Keywords: Malaria Research, Public-Private Partnerships, Innovative Funding Mechanisms, Donor Engagement and Health Policy and Investment.

CITE AS: Bwanbale Geoffrey David (2025). Narrative Review of Funding Challenges in Malaria Research. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC AND EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES 5(3):195-202. https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJSES/2025/531195202