An earthquake measuring 6.1 in magnitude struck offshore near Indonesia’s North Sumatra province on Tuesday, causing tremors felt across various regions of Sumatra. The seismic event took place at 1:02:23 p.m. western Indonesian time, which corresponds to 06:02:23 UTC. Its epicenter was located approximately 147 kilometers southeast of South Nias Regency. Officials reported the quake occurred at a depth of 29 kilometers beneath waters off the west coast of Sumatra.Indonesia’s South Nias earthquake prompts monitoring after tremors spread across Sumatra.

Malaria prevention and treatment remain central to public health efforts across the DRC. The Ituri campaign aims to provide antimalarial medication to over one million residents in Bunia, Nyakunde, Mungwalu, and Rwampara. The initiative seeks to lower infection rates, reduce fever incidences, and improve healthcare facilities’ capacity to diagnose other serious illnesses. The Democratic Republic of the Congo remains among the countries with the highest malaria burden worldwide, contributing to 11.7% of malaria-related deaths in Africa. Children under five are the most affected, highlighting the disease’s devastating impact on young populations in regions with ongoing transmission.