eHealth Africa earns plaudits from Against Malaria Foundation (AMF)’s recognition for its precision and professionalism in Plateau State’s Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM), ensuring accurate data collection.
By Joyce Shinyi
In malaria prevention, delivering mosquito nets is just the first step to making an impact, tracking their usage and effectiveness is all part of what makes an impact. That is where Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) comes in.
For the third time in a row, the Against Malaria Foundation (AMF) has entrusted eHealth Africa with implementing Post-Distribution Monitoring in Nigeria, following successful implementations in Bauchi and Zamfara states. This continued partnership is a testament of eHealth Africa’s commitment to data accuracy, structured execution and transparency.
During AMF’s visit to Plateau State, Representatives Shaun Walsh and Alicja Szałapak shared insights into why PDM is critical and how eHealth Africa’s execution stands out.
A Strong and Long-Term Partner – Shaun Walsh, AMF
For Shaun Walsh, working with trusted partners is key to ensuring malaria prevention programs aren’t just implemented but properly evaluated.
“One of the key components is the accurate collection of household data because the accuracy and integrity of the data are very important. It tells the story of the use and the condition of the net.”
He further emphasized eHealth Africa’s commitment to professionalism and execution:
“The data and the communications we’ve had before this visit have really strengthened our opinion on the professionalism and integrity of eHealth… The quality of their work and the due diligence they put into the training have emphasized that eHealth is a strong and long-term partner of AMF in Nigeria.”
This acknowledgment reinforces eHealth Africa’s role as a trusted leader in data collection.
eHealth Africa’s commitment to the reliability of the data – Alicja Szałapak, AMF
For Alicja Szałapak, the success of PDM isn’t just about conducting surveys, it’s about ensuring reliable and actionable data.
“The measure of success of the PDM is whether the data collected reliably shows the situation on the ground… We don’t expect to always see good results, but we want to make sure that if the nets are not there, we see the situation as it is.”
She also praised eHealth Africa’s rigorous approach to gain reliable data by properly training enumerators:
“We were very impressed with eHealth Africa’s commitment to the reliability of the data. A lot of effort has gone into making sure that all the enumerators really understand the questionnaire and ask questions in an understandable way…… We have been very impressed with how PDM was implemented here in Plateau State.”
This focus on precision, ethics, and methodology ensures that AMF receives data it can trust to drive future malaria interventions.
Teaching Households how to use mosquito nets – Fatima Ibrahim
Beyond data and reports, real families benefit from these interventions. In Plateau State, Fatima Ibrahim, shared how PDM has impacted her family’s understanding of mosquito nets:
“Before, we didn’t use the nets every night, but now we understand why they are important…… We were also taught how to properly use mosquito nets by data collectors.”
Her testimony highlights how PDM isn’t just about tracking progress, it’s also about ensuring people are using their nets appropriately and efficiently.
Build trust within the communities – Toju Ogele, Project Manager
For Toju, eHealth Africa’s Project Manager, PDM is about accountability and community trust.
“AMF wants to know: are these nets available in households, and are they being used? That’s why accuracy in data collection is crucial.”
He also emphasized that data isn’t just about numbers, it’s about real-world application:
“We checked if these nets are in use? We also looked at the coverage… Our aim was to build trust within the communities and to remind them of the use of this net. So, we are hoping that this would snowball into continuous use of the mosquito nets. It has helped address some of the myths and misconceptions people had about the use of the mosquito nets.”
Through ethical data collection, rigorous training, and close community engagement, eHealth Africa ensures that every data point reflects reality.
Looking Ahead: Why AMF’s Recognition Matters
AMF’s continued engagement with eHealth Africa across Bauchi, Zamfara, and now Plateau demonstrates trust in our expertise.
From Shaun Walsh’s recognition of eHealth Africa’s professionalism to Alicja Kuskowski’s praise for data accuracy, it’s clear that monitoring isn’t just about collecting data, it’s also about finding out if malaria prevention efforts are working.
With our proven track record, we at eHealth Africa remain committed to delivering credible and quality data.
What’s next? Stay tuned for more insights as eHealth Africa continues to push forward with data-driven solutions that transform healthcare in Nigeria and beyond.
