ESPEN

ESPEN was established to accelerate PC-NTDs elimination in Africa through country-led, data-driven action, innovation, and sustainable partnerships.

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

📢 @WHOAFRO launched Cohort III of the Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme, supporting mid-career African women in public health & #NTDs through mentorship, leadership & networks.

Building future leaders to help #EndNTDs across Africa

👥Meet the mentees👉🏽https://t.co/xqXsSyZ0kE

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Across Africa, women are driving the fight against #NTDs, leading outreach, delivering medicines, supporting families & strengthening community health services every day.

Investing in their leadership means stronger health systems & healthier communities

#WomenInLeadership

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

The workshop aims to strengthen country capacity to prepare high-quality elimination dossiers, data readiness, and national action plans to accelerate progress towards the 2030 NTD targets.

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

As more African countries move towards validation of NTD elimination, stronger evidence systems are essential.

This week, @WHOAFRO & ESPEN convened the first regional workshop on PC-NTD elimination dossier development in Brazzaville, bringing together officials from 15 countries

[Ministère de la Santé et de l'Hygiène publique @santegouv_sn]

𝐋𝐞 𝐒𝐞́𝐧𝐞́𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞́ 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥’𝐞́𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐮 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞

En marge de la 79ème Assemblée mondiale de la Santé, le Directeur général de l’Organisation mondiale de la santé (OMS) a remis, ce mardi 19 mai 2026, au Ministre de la Santé et de l’Hygiène publique, Dr Ibrahima Sy, la certification officialisant l’élimination du trachome comme problème de santé publique au Sénégal.

Un instant fort, symbolique, empreint de fierté et de reconnaissance, qui consacre des années d’efforts, de campagnes de sensibilisation, de dépistage, de prise en charge et de mobilisation communautaire menés à travers le pays.

Validée par l’OMS le 15 juillet 2025, cette avancée historique permet désormais au Sénégal d’entrer dans le cercle restreint des 25 pays au monde, dont seulement 9 en Afrique, ayant réussi à éliminer le trachome comme problème de santé publique. Une victoire majeure qui témoigne de la solidité de notre système de santé et de l’engagement collectif de l’État, des professionnels de santé, des partenaires techniques et financiers, ainsi que des communautés.

Le Ministère de la Santé et de l’Hygiène publique adresse ses chaleureuses félicitations à Monsieur le Ministre Dr Ibrahima Sy et rend un vibrant hommage à toutes les équipes de santé, aux partenaires et aux communautés qui ont contribué à cette réussite historique pour le Sénégal.

Ensemble, poursuivons notre engagement pour un Sénégal en meilleure santé.

@OMS_SENEGAL
#MSHP #TrachomeÉliminé #SantéPourTous #OMS #SénégalEnSanté

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

At #WHA79, countries were recognized for major public health achievements from eliminating trachoma and malaria to ending mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B.

Proof that progress is possible. 🔗https://t.co/Fjf9Xrm4lp #HealthForAll

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Join our regional webinar: Integrating person-centred care for urogenital schistosomiasis in routine health services
📅 22 April
📷 14:00–16:00 (GMT+1)
Host: #WHOAFRO
From primary health care, sexual & reproductive health, HIV, integration is essential for sustainable impact

[WHOMalawi @WHOMalawi]

A 41% drop in development assistance for #NTDs 2018–2023 put millions at risk.

At the just-ended #26NTDPMM in🇲🇼#Africa’s #NTD leaders united to chart bold, country-led financing solutions to protect gains.

@KuwaitFund @_AfricanUnion @health_malawi @ESPEN_WHOAFRO @WHOAFRO

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Unlocking NTD impact requires smart financing. Leveraging donated medicines to advocate for domestic resources, integrating NTDs within #UHC frameworks and strengthening the economic case for investment remains critical for domestic resource mobilization.

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Clear progress on NTD financing at the 2026 Programme Managers Mtg. Practical experiences on integration into health systems, subnational budget allocations, and innovative private sector partnerships shared. Clear call: strengthen economic benefit case to unlock domestic funds.

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Clear progress on NTD financing at the 2026 Programme Managers Mtg. Practical experiences on integration into health systems, subnational budget allocations, and innovative private sector partnerships shared. Clear call: strengthen economic benefit case to unlock domestic funds.

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Africa’s #NTD elimination targets are achievable—but demand innovation, integration into primary health care, sustainable domestic financing, and stronger cross‑border collaboration. PMM2026 calls for turning political commitment into accelerated action toward 2030.

[WHOMalawi @WHOMalawi]

#Malawi 🇲🇼is leading the charge against #NTDs!

@health_malawi Minister Hon Madalitso Baloyi has officially opened the 2026 #Africa #NTD Programme Managers Meeting in Lilongwe, bringing countries together to accelerate elimination by 2030.

#26NTDPMM #EndingNTDs #HealthForAll

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

The 2026 Annual NTD Programme Managers Meeting will take place from 13–16 April in Lilongwe, Malawi.

Co-convened by @WHOAFRO and @_AfricanUnion with support from @KuwaitFund, the meeting will focus on integration, digital innovation, sustainable financing & cross-border collaboration to advance #NTD elimination in the region.

#26NTDPMM
#EndNTDs

[WHOMalawi @WHOMalawi]

Countdown to the 2026 #NTD Programme Managers Meeting!

From 13–16 April, 🇲🇼 hosts leaders advancing #NTD elimination.

Co-convened by @WHOAFRO & @_AfricanUnion, with partner support from @KuwaitFund on innovation, financing & collaboration.

#26NTDPMM #EndingNTDs

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

On 17–18 February 2026 @WHOAFRO convened the first Regional Technical Advisory Group on Urogenital Schistosomiasis. Read more here: https://t.co/PrH4h8MJEL

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Urogenital schistosomiasis must move from fragmentation to integration.

In endemic settings, STI, HIV and cervical cancer services are critical entry points and missed opportunities for diagnosis and treatment of FGS.

Health system integration is essential.
#NTDs #FGS #SRHR

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Mwele was the architect of the WHO NTD Roadmap 2021–2030 providing a clear, ambitious framework to accelerate progress toward elimination. Her legacy lives on!

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Four years on, we remember Dr Mwele Malecela.

Her belief in NTD elimination and women’s leadership was unwavering. Through the Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme, her spirit continues to guide and inspire across Africa @WHOAFRO

Moving forward in her light. 🌍
#EndNTDs #MMM

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Join us! #EndNTDs #Integration #SustainableFinancing

[African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) @ALMA_2030]

It’s webinar day!

Do not miss your chance to join the Integrated Futures: Advancing NTDs through PHC Integration and Sustainable Financing webinar.

Learn from diverse experts as we explore practical strategies to integrate #NTDs into health systems and mobilise financing that sustains progress to #BeatNTDs.

Join us later today, register now⬇️

🔗https://t.co/iIZGojL3OP
📅: 2 February 2026
⏲️: 13:00–14:10 GMT

#UniteActEliminate

[WHO Kenya @WHOKenya]

Today, WHO joined Kenya's 🇰🇪 #WorldNTDDay celebrations in Kajiado County alongside government and partners.

Kenya has eliminated Guinea Worm (2018) and Human African Trypanosomiasis (2025), with Lymphatic Filariasis and Trachoma on track for 2027.

Four key documents were also launched to advance NTD elimination efforts.

"With two diseases eliminated and two more targeted for 2027, Kenya demonstrates clear commitment to the WHO NTD Roadmap goals," said Dr Neema Kimambo, WHO Kenya a.i. Representative.

#UniteActEliminate

[ESPEN @ESPEN_WHOAFRO]

Celebrating success, protecting gains for future generations #sustainableelimination #EndNTDs

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

On #WorldNTDDay 2026, we look back at stories of progress in 2025.

6️⃣ countries in the African region 🇬🇳 🇳🇪 🇲🇷 🇧🇮 🇸🇳 🇰🇪 eliminated a neglected tropical disease last year, proving that with partnerships and action, elimination is possible!