World Malaria Day is observed to highlight the need for continued investment and sustained political commitment for malaria prevention and control. It was instituted by WHO Member states during the World Health Assembly of 2007.

Globally, 3.3 billion people in 106 countries are at risk of being affected by malaria. In 2012, malaria caused an estimated 627,000 deaths, mostly among African children.

So to create awareness, every year, on April 25, we observe World Malaria Day. On this day people aware others of the need to eliminate, prevent and control this disease.

This year's theme is 'Reaching the zero malaria target'.