The mesquite and the mosquito: Malaria threat spreads in Kenya's Rift Valley
How mathenge, a thorny invasive plant colonising large tracts of Kenya, is fuelling malaria transmission, even in semi-arid landscapes.
Source: gavi.org
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How mathenge, a thorny invasive plant colonising large tracts of Kenya, is fuelling malaria transmission, even in semi-arid landscapes.
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