Angola End of Spray Report for IRS 2 Task Order Four

The campaign aimed to control malaria transmission by applying insecticides to indoor surfaces in targeted areas. Site selection for the campaign involved identifying provinces with high malaria transmission rates. The provinces of Bengo, Benguela, Bié, Cuanza Norte, Cuanza Sul, Huambo, Huila, and Moxico were selected for the campaign. Insecticide selection was based on resistance testing and availability, with the recommended insecticide being Deltamethrin. Pre-spray activities included micro-planning, environmental and logistics assessment, human resources requirements, training, and advocacy, communication, and mobilization. The campaign involved training over 2,500 spray operators and 1,500 supervisors in IRS implementation, with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, and data reporting. The spray campaign was conducted in 15 operational days, with a total of 1,444,000 houses sprayed. Field supervision was provided by 15 supervisors, with data reporting and logistics management handled by a team of 10 staff members. Safety and environmental compliance were ensured through regular monitoring and reporting of adverse reactions and accidents. Post-spray activities included evaluation meetings, post-spray environmental assessment, waste management, and inventory. Entomology activities included insectary operations, insecticide resistance testing, and monitoring vector density, distribution, seasonality, and behavior. Quality assurance and decay monitoring were also conducted to ensure the effectiveness of the spray campaign. The campaign results showed a significant reduction in malaria transmission, with a 35% decrease in malaria cases reported in the target areas. Monitoring and evaluation activities included data collection and management, data center operations, and data quality assurance and quality control. The campaign results were analyzed using a database quality control and data cleaning process. The 2013 campaign results showed a significant reduction in malaria transmission, with a 35% decrease in malaria cases reported in the target areas. Capacity-building activities were conducted to enhance the skills and knowledge of spray operators and supervisors. Challenges faced during the campaign included equipment costs, limited access to certain areas, and adverse reactions to the insecticide. Lessons learned and recommendations were documented to improve future campaigns. The use of supervisory tools was critical in ensuring the success of the campaign. The Angola Monitoring and Evaluation Plan Indicator Matrix was used to track progress and identify areas for improvement. The campaign results demonstrated the effectiveness of IRS in controlling malaria transmission and improving food security indicators in the target areas.