Debrework Zewdie Chris Lovelace Communicable diseases are the main cause of death of children worldwide and a top killer of adults in the developing world. These diseases account for almost 80 percent of the mortality gap between rich and poor countries.
Communicable diseases cross borders, so successful control requires action by all countries.
In many countries, however, inadequate political commitment, meager financing, and weak capacity inhibit effective action. Control Project in Africa and has pursued multi-country AIDS programs for Africa and the Caribbean regions. At the global level, it is a partner in major global communicable disease partnerships. The Bank is also exploring innovative means to provide low-cost financing or grants to countries that engage in communicable disease control efforts with regional or global benefits. Together, the institutions are also working to stimulate development of new drugs, vaccines and other tools and strategies to better fight disease in the near future.