This March 8, as we celebrate International Women’s Day, we honor the extraordinary women on the frontlines of healthcare—the heroes, technical teams, and volunteers whose tireless efforts are turning the tide against TB. In the heart of the Afar Region’s Zone 3, Hinda Humed stands as a testament to this dedication. As a volunteer for […]

Molecular TB diagnostic technologies have transformed the global fight against TB by enabling rapid, accurate detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and drug resistance. Unlike conventional smear microscopy, molecular platforms significantly reduce diagnostic delay, improve bacteriological confirmation rates, and support early treatment initiation ultimately lowering transmission and mortality. Ensuring the availability of reliable molecular diagnostic tests is […]

REACH Ethiopia, under the Urban TB LON Activity II project, recently concluded a vital two-day coordination meeting in Bishoftu. The meeting brought together representatives from 17 GeneXpert sites and 100 referring public and Private public mix (PPM) health facilities to bridge existing gaps in TB diagnostics and patient care. The objective was to address barriers […]

In hard-to-reach and pastoralist communities, TB awareness is often the missing link between illness and recovery. While social mobilization is the engine of prevention, socio-cultural barriers and mobility patterns often stall progress. Through our Expertise France-supported project, REACH Ethiopia is closing this gap by: This strategic approach is already showing measurable impact. We are witnessing […]

The Urban TB LON II Project, supported by the U.S. Government, is conduted a successful Clinical Mentorship and Technical Support from the urban center of Addis Ababa, Shaggar, Harar, and Dire Dawa to the remote hotspots TB areas of Oromia, Sidama, Central, and South Ethiopia, our team is on the ground ensuring that no facility […]

The Afar Regional Health Bureau, REACH Ethiopia, and the Zone-3,District Health Office have reaffirmed their strong commitment to enhancing TB program performance across the Zone. At the conclusion of a productive two-day TB program performance review session — supported by the REACH Ethiopia Expertise France Project — the three parties reached a clear and unified […]

Why is TB still a threat? Because misinformation kills,❌ Missed cases increase transmission, ❌Myths create painful stigma & ❌ Late detection costs lives. Hence, WE ARE ON THE GROUND As part of the Urban TB LON II Project, supported by the U.S. Department of State , our team collaborates with health care workers in streets […]

Schools are more than just places of learning; they are vital hubs for community health. By educating students about TB, we aren’t just reaching individuals we are reaching their families, neighbors & the wider community. As part of the Urban TB LON II project, our team & volunteers conducted a TB awareness session at a […]

Beyond the logistics, strengthening laboratory services represents a critical front in the fight to save lives. We recently conducted a performance review meeting to evaluate the implementation of Shaggar City alternative specimen transport system, identifying key operational challenges & strategic ways forward. By engaging non-health professionals to transport TB specimens to molecular diagnostic (mWRD) hubs twice […]

Awareness creation activities are vital for a successful TB program. Through the Urban TB LON II Project, supported by the U.S. Department of State, our teams are working on the front lines to close the gap in TB care. In collaboration with healthcare workers, our team provides vital screening at both the community & facility […]