In an effort to bolster health security and emergency preparedness at key border points, representatives from the Ministries of Health in Kenya and Tanzania convened from August 12th to 24th, 2024. This strategic meeting, supported by the East, Central, and…
In a groundbreaking move to combat the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), Kisii County has officially launched its Antimicrobial Stewardship Interagency Committee (CASIC). This pioneering initiative brings together an impressive array of multisectoral stakeholders, including experts in human health,…
On June 15, 2024, the East, Central, and Southern African Health Community (ECSA-HC) organized a 5km health walk and medical camp in Arusha, Tanzania, the secretariat's headquarters. Themed "Step by Step for Better Health and Mental Wellbeing," the event was…
On May 15, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya, the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience (HEPRR) Program for Eastern and Southern Africa was officially launched. This significant initiative, orchestrated by the East Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) in collaboration…
In an unprecedented collaborative effort, the East Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC), in partnership with Uganda’s Ministry of Health, has launched a transformative training program designed to bolster in-country capabilities for the maintenance and repair of critical laboratory…
With approximately 250 million inhabitants, the ECSA region is home to about 56 million adolescents aged between 10 to 19 years, constituting roughly 26% of the total population. Among these adolescents, girls represent 50.6%. Recognizing the significance of addressing the…
In a significant advance towards enhancing Mine Health and Safety (MHS) standards across the Southern African region, the East Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) is hosting a pivotal five-day workshop from January 22nd to 26th , 2023. This…
In a monumental stride towards regional health resilience, ECSA-HC proudly announces its victory in securing a groundbreaking 7-year project from the esteemed World Bank. Brace yourselves for the AFE Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience program, a game-changer in fortifying…
In a strategic move towards combating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), the African Union Commission (AUC) orchestrated the Southern African Regional Meeting in Lusaka, Zambia, from December 13th to 15th, 2023. This pivotal gathering delved into the crucial aspects of mobilizing…
East Central and Southern Africa (ECSA) region has approximately a population of 250 million people and about 56 million are adolescents (10-19 years of age), accounting for about 26 percent of the total population. Out of 56 million, girls make…
