TB CARE I - Namibia Year 3 Quarterly Report April - June 2013

The program is led by KNCV, with The Union and WHO as collaborating partners. The program focuses on seven technical areas, including Universal and Early Access, Infection Control, PMDT, TB/HIV, Health Systems Strengthening, M&E, OR and Surveillance, and TB/HIV Prevention and Care. The program has made significant progress in its third year, with overall work plan completion at 75%. Key achievements include the co-financing and logistical support for a ceremony to hand over certificates to former TB patients in Khomas region, as well as participation in Technical Task Force meetings for Global Fund SSF phase 2 renewal. The program also provided technical support to the completion, finalization, and submission of the WHO TB data for 2012 before the deadline. In terms of implementation, the program is on course, with 75% completion of planned activities. The quarterly activity plan report highlights several key activities, including the consolidation of Community-Based TB Care (CBTBC) services in Erongo and Karas regions, support for Lifestyle Ambassadors (LAs) in three regions, and the procurement of Respirator fit-test kits. The program has also made progress in scaling up the implementation of TB IC strategies, with a consensus building workshop on the TBIC guidelines development in Windhoek. The program has also made significant progress in improving treatment success of MDR TB, with a cumulative technical completion of 75%. Key activities include support for the Tsumkwe ambulatory DR TB project, the Union International DR TB clinical course, and short-term TA on DR-TB International training. The program has also made progress in improving diagnosis of TB/HIV co-infection, with a cumulative technical completion of 50%. In terms of geographic focus, the program is implemented in Namibia, with a focus on improving TB control and management in the country. The program has a strong collaboration with local partners, including the Ministry of Health and Social Services, and has made significant progress in strengthening health systems and improving TB/HIV care and prevention services. Overall, TB CARE I - Namibia has made significant progress in its third year, with a strong focus on improving TB control and management in the country. The program has a strong collaboration with local partners and has made significant progress in scaling up the implementation of TB IC strategies, improving treatment success of MDR TB, and improving diagnosis of TB/HIV co-infection.