Authors: Frank Ndalama, David Mulenga, Annie Arnzen, Situmbeko Akalalambili, Titus Tobolo, Chuma Maluma, Chama Chishya, Kochelani Saili, Ruth A Ashton, John Miller, Kafula Silumbe, Javan Chanda, Busiku Hamainza, Megan Littrell, Erica Orange
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) were managed during a malaria trial in Western Zambia from 2021 to 2023. It compared the trial’s approach to best practices, focusing on recruitment, training, supervision, incentives, and community support. The trial did well in training and motivating CHWs but faced challenges with gender balance, involving communities in CHW selection, and coordination between CHWs and researchers. Overall, CHWs played a vital role in the trial’s success. The study highlights the need for better gender representation and more documentation on CHWs’ roles in research settings.
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Resource Topic: CHW Role, Malaria
Resource Type: Review
Year: 2025
Region: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Country: Zambia
Publisher May Restrict Access: No