Early TB detection is crucial for preventing and controlling the disease. Prompt treatment and reduced transmission risk are key benefits. To support this, a successful five-day TB Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (TB-LAMP) assay training was conducted in Adama to equip laboratory professionals in Afar region zone 3 with the skills needed for early TB detection. The […]
Effective TB management training is essential for the success of TB/HIV officers and the overall TB program. By equipping officers with the necessary knowledge and skills, we can improve patient outcomes and contribute to Ethiopia’s national end TB strategy. To support this goal, the USAID Urban TB LON II Project, in partnership with the Addis […]
A five-day training on GeneXpert MTB/RIF, MTB/XDR Assay, and LabXpert Connectivity System was conducted from August 16-20, 2024. By equipping laboratory professionals with expertise in these advanced diagnostic tools, the activity has enabled them to provide more rapid and accurate TB diagnosis, particularly for drug-resistant strains. This has facilitated timely treatment initiation and improved patient […]
A five-day training on AFB Microscopy and External Quality Assurance was successfully conducted in Bishoftu from August 12-16, 2024. The training, organized by the USAID Urban TB LON II Activity in collaboration with the Addis Ababa City Administration Health Bureau, equipped 29 laboratory professionals from Addis Ababa health facilities with essential skills to enhance TB […]
Afar Semera, August 16, 2024 REACH Ethiopia has handover critical TB laboratory equipment and supplies to the Afar Regional Health Bureau, Zone 3. This donation, part of an Expertise France-funded project, aims to improve TB care for vulnerable communities in Ethiopia’s pastoralist regions. The donated equipment includes TB LAMP, a microscope, a GeneXpert power backup, […]
August 15, 2024, in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia REACH Ethiopia and Shama Birhan People Living With HIV/AIDS Women Development Association signed a sub-award agreement to implement the USAID Urban TB LON II Activity in Dire Dawa City Administration and Harari Region. The agreement was signed by Dr. Tamiru Assefa, Executive Director of REACH Ethiopia, and Mrs. […]
Start Dat: January 2023, End Date: December 2025 REACH Ethiopia: Addressing TB in Pastoralist Communities REACH Ethiopia, a leading local organization with a decade of experience in TB research and implementation, is committed to transforming TB care in Ethiopia. With a proven track record of successful project execution and strong partnerships, REACH is well-positioned to […]
Start Date: March 22nd, 2023 End Date: March 21st, 2029 Addressing Ethiopia’s Urban Tuberculosis Crisis The USAID Urban TB LON II Activity is a five-year initiative aimed at combating tuberculosis in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Harar, and Shaggar Cities, Ethiopia. Funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the project seeks to: This effort […]