Adar Poonawalla, CEO of the Serum Institute of India, has purchased Aberconway House, a century-old mansion near Hyde Park, for Rs 1,446 crore, making it the most expensive home sold in London last year. The property will be owned by Serum Life Sciences, a UK-based affiliate of the Poonawalla family’s Serum Institute of India. This purchase marks the second most expensive residential property transaction in London’s history.
Ivory Coast has become the first nation to implement a groundbreaking malaria vaccine developed by Serum Institute of India and the University of Oxford. This marks a significant step in combating a disease that claims hundreds of thousands of lives annually, particularly in Africa. The vaccine, recommended by the WHO, offers substantial protection against malaria, a disease that has long plagued the continent. The deployment represents a beacon of hope for millions of children across Africa.
After decades of challenges, the world has reached a pivotal moment in the fight against malaria with the approval of two highly effective vaccines: RTS,S and R21/Matrix-M. These vaccines offer a ray of hope in tackling a disease that claims countless lives, predominantly among vulnerable populations. However, scaling up production, ensuring equitable distribution, and addressing logistical barriers remain formidable challenges. By working together, governments, NGOs, and the private sector can overcome these hurdles and pave the way for a malaria-free future. Yet, it is crucial to remember that vaccines are just one piece of the puzzle – sustained efforts in vector control, insecticide-treated bed nets, and surveillance are equally essential in the battle against this deadly disease.
