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Distributed by Malteser Intl

Malteser International is the worldwide relief service of the Sovereign Order of Malta for humanitarian aid. With more than 800 local and 100 international staff, Malteser International covers around 200 humanitarian projects in over 40 countries in Africa, Asia, America and Europe. The organisation has more than 50 years experience in specialised humanitarian aid which it provides in all parts of the world to those in greatest need without distinction of religion, race or political persuasion.

LLINs

What is a Long-Lasting Insecticidal Net (LLIN)?

An LLIN is a mosquito net impregnated with insecticide.

The insecticide is cleverly bound within the fibres that make up the netting and is 'slow released' over a 4-5 year period. Hence 'long lasting'.

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Bukavu, Congo (Dem. Rep.)  

Nets: 10,000 LLINs
When: Apr-Oct 07
Distributed by  Malteser Intl    Malteser Intl


The nets will be distributed in the villages of Ciburhi, Ifendula, Kakwende, Karhala, Kimalandjala, Mulambi and Ntondo in the Mwana health district. Recipients will be pregnant women coming to ante-natal clinics and those coming to health centres for delivery.

Documentation

Map

Locations

A distribution sometimes takes place in a number of locations. Each location may have its own pictures and video.

Survey status

Surveys take place 6, 18, 30 and 42 months post-distribution. A survey of 50 households provides sample information on what proportion of nets continue to be used, if they are used correctly and the state of the nets.

  • Expected
  • Not expected
  • Very good/good
  • Acceptable
  • Not OK
  • Partner Refused
# LLINs LocationWhenStatus  Surveys
1,100   Kalole health zone, Bukavu Apr-Oct 07 Status
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
1,900   Mulungu health zone, Bukavu Apr-Oct 07 Status Photos
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
7,000   Mwana health zone, Bukavu Apr-Oct 07 Status Photos
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected

Distribution status

The bednet distribution programmes go through a number of different states from being manufactured to being installed over a head/bed:
  • Being manufactured
  • Ready at factory
  • En-route to country
  • Arrived in country
  • En-route to zone
  • Being distributed
  • Distribution complete

Survey status and net condition

Surveys take place 6, 18, 30 and 42 months post-distribution. A survey of 50 households provides sample information on what proportion of nets continue to be used, if they are used correctly and the state of the nets.

   Survey status
  • Expected
  • Not expected
  • Partner Refused
   Net condition
  • Very good/good
  • Acceptable
  • Not OK

Mulungu health zone, Bukavu, Congo (Dem. Rep.)

 

Status Distribution complete Distribution complete

The distribution was completed successfully as planned.


Photoset editor: Rob M