  We analyze an epidemiological model to evaluate the effectiveness of multiple
means of control in malaria-endemic areas. The mathematical model consists of a
system of several ordinary differential equations, and is based on a
multicompartment representation of the system. The model takes into account the
mutliple resting-questing stages undergone by adult female mosquitos during the
period in which they function as disease vectors. We compute the basic
reproduction number $\mathcal R_0$, and show that that if $\mathcal R_0<1$, the
disease free equilibrium (DFE) is globally asymptotically stable (GAS) on the
non-negative orthant. If $\mathcal R_0>1$, the system admits a unique endemic
equilibrium (EE) that is GAS. We perform a sensitivity analysis of the
dependence of $\mathcal R_0$ and the EE on parameters related to control
measures, such as killing effectiveness and bite prevention. Finally, we
discuss the implications for a comprehensive, cost-effective strategy for
malaria control.
