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Group photo of WHO representatives, MCAT officers, and programme focal persons from the four countries Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho and South Africa

MCAT South Africa Hub Retreat: Enhancing Health Programmes through Strategic Collaboration

The Multi-Country Assignment Team (MCAT) - South Africa Hub,…
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A woman undergoing screening for Tuberculosis at Namugongo, Wakiso district..

Strategic Multisectoral Partnerships to Transform the Health System and Workforce

Op-ed - The growing need for public health care, due to health…
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A team from WHO briefs Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng

WHO conducts mid-term review of Uganda’s response to TB

Kampala - Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the world's deadliest…
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Southern and Eastern African countries form a network against Tuberculosis

Southern and Eastern African countries form a network against Tuberculosis

Addis Ababa, May 12, 2023: Experts in the prevention and management…
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Marie Jeanne sits outside selling fruits and vegetables

Marie Jeanne breathes easy as Rwanda takes on Tuberculosis

Kigali, Rwanda - Marie Jeanne Mukamurenzi (40), chuckles in…
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A laboratory Scientist prepares samples for genome sequencing

Evidence-informed approach to improve DRTB treatment success in Eswatini

Eswatini is a high-burden country for both Tuberculosis (…
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Increased investment key to ending TB by 2030 in Zimbabwe

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Chief Guest Hon. Lukia Nakadama (2ndRight) inspects exhibitors

Uganda Government reiterates commitment to end TB by 2030

Uganda joined the rest of the world to commemorate International…
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The fight to resist multidrug-resistant TB in Ghana

The fight to resist multidrug-resistant TB in Ghana

Growing up in Ghana’s central region, 22 year old Bridget had a…
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Africa’s TB reduction rate falls short amid slowing global progress

Africa’s TB reduction rate falls short amid slowing global progress

Brazzaville – The African region is recording around 4% annual…
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