In a significant stride towards enhancing health outcomes in the region, the East Central and Southern Africa health community recently attended a two-day Regional Coordinating Mechanism (RCM) meeting in the picturesque city of Maputo, Mozambique, from November 28th to 29th.…
The looming challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance poses a significant threat to public health, agriculture, and the environment. With the rise of drug resistance, the efficacy of antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents has diminished, rendering infections challenging or even impossible to…
In the heart of Malawi, a transformative journey is reaching its zenith as the Global Laboratory Leadership Program (GLLP) enters its final phase. As the participants, mentors, and facilitators stand on the precipice of a significant milestone, the air is…
In the heart of Livingstone, Zambia, on the 17th and 18th of October, a significant event is taking place that promises to be a milestone in the realm of healthcare development and regional collaboration. The ECSAHC, under its monumental SATBHSS…
Silicosis, a debilitating and often fatal lung disease caused by prolonged exposure to fine silica dust, continues to pose a significant threat to mine workers around the world. This preventable occupational disease is particularly rampant in developing countries where safety…
ECSA Health Community (ECSA HC), in collaboration with the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and USAID Advancing Nutrition, successfully convened the 4th Technical Meeting from the 21st to the 25th of August at Whitesands, Mombasa, Kenya. This assembly served as…
In an era where the handling of biological materials such as microorganisms, viruses, and toxins can pose monumental challenges, the need for steadfast biosafety and biosecurity has never been clearer. But what does it really take to ensure these…
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Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in regions like sub-Saharan Africa. In Angola, the prevalence of TB has been a cause for concern, contributing to the overall burden of disease within the Southern African Development Community (SADC)…
The unique landscape of Africa mandates region-specific approaches for the implementation of National Antimicrobial Stewardship programs and the deployment of AMR surveillance systems. Addressing this challenge head-on from August 7th to 11th, 2023, the East, Central, and Southern Africa Health…
