A world-class research institute – and so much more
Since its inception in 2001, the Center for Vaccine Development – Mali has grown into one of Africa’s foremost institutions in vaccine research, infectious disease control, and health system strengthening.
From its roots in vaccinology, CVD-Mali has evolved into a national and regional leader in operational research, large-scale program implementation, and the translation of evidence into health policy.
REACH Mali data dashboard
Azithromycin doses delivered
Total azithromycin doses delivered nationally:
4,115,080
Geographic coverage
REACH Mali teams have now covered the northern regions of Gao, Kidal, Menaka, Taodenit and Tomboctou.
MDA 1 overall coverage rate*
Total eligible population (estimate):
4,259,663
MDA 1 regional coverage / 1
MDA 1 regional coverage / 2
MDA 1 regional coverage / 3
MDA 2 overall coverage rate**
Total eligible population (estimate):
3,757,465
MDA 2 regional coverage / 1
MDA 2 regional coverage / 2
* MDA = mass drug administration
** Partial MDA 2 data for five of 10 regions (Kayes, Ségou, Koulikoro, Mopti, Sikasso), as of 27 January 2026
CVD-Mali’s work makes a difference to people’s lives
Maternal Health
Community-based solutions to improve outcomes for mothers and children.
Surveillance and Preparedness
Ensuring responsible drug use, building systems and expertise to respond to emerging disease threats.
PROJECTS
CVD-Mali’s work
Malian leadership on the world stage
Driving CVD-Mali’s mission to combine rigorous science with equity, partnership, and local capacity building is Director-General, Professor Samba Ousmane Sow.
In Mali: As Minister of Health, Professor Sow expanded community-based healthcare, and instigated ground-breaking health reforms.
In Africa: A leader in regional collaborations to reduce child mortality and strengthen maternal health systems.
Globally: A former WHO Special Envoy for COVID-19 and member of numerous international advisory bodies, Professor Sow works to put Africa’s voice front and center in global health decision-making.
Collaboration and community – these are the motors of change. Even with basic tools, we can make a world of difference: save lives, strengthen health systems and ensure that no child is left behind.
Professor Samba O Sow
Director-General ・ CVD-Mali
FROM THE BLOG
CVD-Mali news
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Minister officially launches REACH Mali, opening new chapter in fight against high child mortality rates
Read More →: Minister officially launches REACH Mali, opening new chapter in fight against high child mortality ratesOn Wednesday, 18 June 2025, Mali took a momentous step forward in its mission to combat infant and neonatal mortality. The REACH Mali national programme to distribute azithromycin for child survival was officially launched by the Ministry of Health and Social Development, Colonel Dr Assa Badiallo Touré, in the village […]
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