Djibouti (Dawan Africa) – The Government of Djibouti has launched a national campaign to eradicate the housefly, an insect linked to the transmission of multiple diseases on Sunday.
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the National Institute of Public Health, announced that the initiative will begin with large-scale spraying of infested areas to curb breeding and reduce public health risks.
Early operations are concentrated in Balbala and Boulus districts, which were identified as high-priority zones due to their dense populations, busy food markets, and livestock slaughter sites. Authorities confirmed the campaign will gradually expand to other regions of the country.
Me’ad Naasir, Director General of the National Institute of Public Health, explained the preparation efforts behind the launch. “We held a meeting with all district governors to discuss the growing impact of the Housefly and decided to begin operations in Balbala and Boulus,” he said.
Health experts in Djibouti stress that preventive measures such as this campaign are crucial for safeguarding communities, particularly in urban areas where overcrowding and poor sanitation increase the risks.
The program comes in response to mounting public concern over the spread of houseflies and their potential effects on community health across the country.
