BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi on Tuesday received a multimillion-kwacha consignment of solar-powered cold chain equipment, a development expected to significantly reinforce the country’s vaccine delivery and overall public-health systems.

The equipment valued at US$776,000 was provided through a partnership involving Africa CDC, UNICEF and the Mastercard Foundation.

Officials say the new units will help maintain vaccine potency and expand access in communities that continue to face unreliable electricity.

Speaking to journalists,Africa CDC Regional Director Lul Riek described the handover as a milestone for Malawi, emphasizing that the advanced storage technology will ensure life-saving vaccines reach even the most remote parts of the country.

On his part, Secretary for Health Dan Namarika said the new capacity will address long-standing challenges linked to power outages and limited refrigeration, allowing Malawi to reach tens of thousands of children who previously missed routine immunisation.

Government and development partners have since hailed the donation as a major step toward building a stronger and more resilient national immunisation system capable of protecting Malawians of all ages.