Bill Gates-backed malaria nets helped fight disease, but are harming African waters

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What happened

In various regions of Africa, the repurposing of insecticide-treated mosquito nets for fishing is becoming a growing trend.

This alarming practice not only jeopardizes fish populations but also poses a serious threat to fragile aquatic ecosystems.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:36:05 UTC.

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