Population growth, reduced resources, higher commodity costs associated with the ITNs needed to address pyrethroid resistance and variable durability, such that the median ITN retention time does not necessarily span the expected three years between campaigns, are requiring national malaria programmes (NMPs) to make difficult prioritization decisions. To maximize malaria protection for populations, NMPs are having to choose between type and quantity of ITNs, target areas and deployment channels based on context and operational feasibility, availability of ITNs and operational resources to deliver them.

With the objective of optimal distribution of ITNs to populations who need them, guidance has been developed for NMPs and partners to:

  • Assess existing ITN distribution channel capacity, effectiveness and efficiency in reaching and maintaining equitable access in the targeted populations.
  • Understand strengths and limitations of each ITN channel and distribution strategy.
  • Determine the optimal ITN distribution channel mix based on data and local context.

Channel selection assessment tool
In progress

KEY GUIDANCE

Building on evidence and country experience, the guidance documents provide a framework to assess channel capacity, identify operational strengths and limitations, and design distribution strategies that maintain equitable and sustained ITN access.