This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to collate the infection rates of spp. in intermediate host snails and their distribution in Africa. The overall infectivity prevalences of , and are 52%, 8%, and 3%, respectively. The intermediate host snails native to Africa ( and ) have been examined more than the invasive . The studies included in the review ranged from 1999 to 2022. North Africa has the highest prevalence of , with an infection rate of 52%. The review reveals that naturally infected intermediate host snails (, , and ) are found in various regions of Africa. accounts for 22% (from three countries) of the studies included in the review and it was only found in the North African region with the highest overall infection rate of 52%. More studies on infection rate and distribution are needed to effectively control and prevent future transmissions.
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