REGIONAL WORKSHOP ON ACCELERATING THE UPTAKE OF THE LATEST WHO GUIDANCE ON THE MANAGEMENT OF DR-TB IN THE AFRICAN REGION

Aim and objectives

Goal:

The primary goal of this workshop is to strengthen and facilitate the rapid and effective implementation of the latest WHO guidance on the management of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) in the African region. By bringing together key stakeholders, experts, and representatives from participating countries, we aim to accelerate the adoption of evidence-based practices and enhance programmatic approaches to DR-TB control.

Objectives:

• Define the status/uptake of the programmatic introduction of the shorter regimens in the African region.
• Common knowledge and understanding of the latest WHO Guidance on the management of DR TB and global support mechanisms for countries to access quality assured medicines, diagnostics, technical assistance, and funding.
• Self-assessment by country on the programmatic introduction status, identify implementation gaps and define the country priorities.
• Plans for actions required for full implementation of the latest WHO guidance on the management of DR TB in each country.
• Improve the capacity of countries representatives and regional consultants on the technical details of the WHO guidance.

Expected Results

By the end of the workshop, we anticipate the following outcomes:

• Increased awareness of the latest WHO guidance among participants.
• Clear identification of country-specific priorities and gaps.
• Agreed-upon action plans for accelerating the uptake of recommended treatment regimens and timelines.