
Health and Healthcare Systems
How to turn the tide against malaria in the Pacific
Sustained and coordinated funding must be a cornerstone of Pacific region malaria elimination efforts to maintain momentum and achieve long-term impact.
Honorable Minister for Health Elias Kapavore is a member of parliament for Pomio Open in East New Britain Province. First elected in 2015, Hon Elias Kapavore has a deep background in public health, serving previously as CEO of the West Sepik Provincial Health Authority. He holds degrees in nursing and management from Divine Word University and is known for championing health reforms, infrastructure, and rural accessibility, as well as active roles in parliamentary committees dedicated to public service improvement.