The Work of WHO in the African Region, 2006 - 2007 - Biennial report of the Regional Director
During the 2006-2007 biennium, in line with WHO global agenda defined in the Eleventh General Programme of Work and Strategic orientations for WHO action in the African Region 2005–2009, the Secretariat provided support to Member States towards strengthening their health systems; addressing the burden of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria; combating communicable and noncommunicable diseases; addressing child survival and maternal mortality; ensuring healthy environments; and responding to emergencies.
2. In order to bring WHO presence closer to countries, the Regional Office pursued decentralization of functions and resources, and the strengthening of WHO country offices. Three Intercountry Support Teams were established in Harare, covering Eastern and Southern Africa; Libreville, covering the countries of Central Africa; and Ouagadougou, covering West African countries.
