Did you know trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide? @WHO’s Dr Anthony Solomon explains what trachoma is, the progress we have made, and how we can eliminate it as a public health problem. Learn more:
https://t.co/iR84TKPYeF
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
@WHO has validated Mauritania as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem! It is the 7th country in WHO’s African Region and 22nd country globally to achieve this significant milestone. Congratulations Mauritania!
https://t.co/3SVpNx8rr0
With 2030 on the horizon, every victory counts!
Today, we proudly celebrate Mauritania for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem—a powerful milestone that reminds us that #EndingNTDs in Africa is within reach.
🔗Read more: https://t.co/hMLQL7oZER
#RoadTo2030
Progress with elimination of lymphatic filariasis highlighted at #2025NTDPMM. Updated @WHO evaluation guidelines will make impact assessments more efficient. #beatNTDs
The meeting room is ready, and the ESPEN team is here. Looking forward to great coversations with NTD Programme Managers in the WHO Africa Region over the next 3 days #PMM2025 ...staying on track of NTD eleimination targets 2030
🌍 This #WorldNTDD25, we celebrate progress in the fight against #NTDs! 💪
While many countries in #Africa have made significant strides, 39% of the global NTD burden still remains in the region.
We must Unite, Act, & Eliminate to achieve the 2030 NTD Roadmap! #EndingTheNeglect
“The elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in India is a testament to the country’s dedication to strengthening its eye health systems". Congratulations India on becoming the 20th country to #endtrachoma! #beatNTDs
https://t.co/N9NyBbmdjZ
We are excited to kick off the Annual Meeting of National #NTD Programme Managers in the @WHOAFRO region under the theme 'Stepping up Country Ownership to Accelerate Programmatic Action.' Join us for insightful discussions here: https://t.co/HyzjCioebF
#NTDPMM2023#EndNTDs
In remembrance of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, whose legacy of compassion & unwavering dedication to ending Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) has left an indelible mark on global health. Our thoughts are with her family & @TheCarterCenter in this difficult time. #EndNTDs
The 8th meeting of the Preventive-Chemotherapy Neglected Tropical Diseases(PC-NTDs) Regional Programme Review Group ends today!
Gratitude to the members for their expert contributions to the #NTDElimination agenda. Your unwavering commitment is driving progress to #EndingNTDs
We are bridging borders for a #TrachomaFree Africa!
With the support of #ESPEN, #RAFET2023 saw stakeholders discuss surgical audits, transition planning & reaching special populations. This showcased our collaborative push towards eliminating Trachoma! #EndNTD
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) cause more than 170,000 deaths a year.
The Expanded Special Project for the Elimination of NTDs (ESPEN) partnership at @WHO is mobilizing to strengthen preventive treatment & accelerate efforts to end the most prevalent NTDs in Africa. #EndNTDs