Title: Fight against malaria and river blindness in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Fortescue is committed
Introduction :
Mining company Fortescue recently launched a new initiative in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to fight malaria and river blindness in the Inga region. Building on two years of work in local communities, this program aims to strengthen existing public health measures and foster community involvement. Fortescue is working closely with the Congolese authorities to implement this ambitious program.
The key actions of the program:
The Fortescue program includes several measures to combat malaria and river blindness in the Inga region:
1. Indoor and outdoor spraying: Regular spraying will be carried out every three months in the Inga region to reduce the spread of diseases.
2. Spraying campaigns supervised by health professionals: Spraying campaigns will be carried out under the supervision of health experts in order to reduce the population of black flies responsible for river blindness.
3. Training of local community members: A training program will be put in place to certify community members on vector control measures, thus enabling them to actively contribute to the fight against these diseases.
Objectives and challenges:
The main objective of this program is to significantly reduce the prevalence of malaria and river blindness in the Inga region and surrounding villages. According to the World Health Organization, vector control is essential to prevent tropical diseases. Fortescue is committed to using effective tools, such as insecticide-treated nets or insecticide sprays, to complement public health measures already in place.
The DRC is a country with great potential in terms of renewable energy and green industries. Fortescue wishes to support this sustainable transition by involving local communities and promoting their economic development. By collaborating with the Congolese authorities, Fortescue hopes to make the DRC a reference in terms of green energy and sustainable industries.
Conclusion :
The fight against malaria and river blindness in the DRC is a priority for Fortescue. Through this ambitious program, the mining company aims to significantly reduce the impact of these diseases in the Inga region. By working closely with the Congolese authorities and involving local communities, Fortescue is committed to contributing to the sustainable development of the DRC by making renewable energy and green industries a key pillar of economic growth