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Polio Eradication in Africa: A year in review

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Downward trend over the past years

Polio detections have fluctuated, with peaks in 2023–24 but encouraging recent declines. While pockets of circulating poliovirus type 2 persist, faster detection and quicker outbreak control show systems are working, and sustained support is vital to finish the job.