MoH, Amref renew commitment to tackle NTDs, malaria TB

The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Amref Health Africa, has renewed its commitment to combating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), Malaria, and Tuberculosis (TB).

Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni, met with Amref’s Country Director, Meshack Ndirangu, today to discuss strategies for enhanced cooperation on disease prevention and public health sanitation.

The high-level meeting reviewed ongoing initiatives and explored new ways to strengthen joint efforts in the battle against these life-threatening diseases.

"During the session, progress on current initiatives was reviewed, and strategies to strengthen future cooperation were discussed."

To improve health outcomes, the ministry and AMREF seek to reinforce public health systems to ensure more effective disease control and promote better sanitation practices across the country.

"This partnership aims to reinforce disease prevention and control measures, along with promoting better sanitation practices," she said.

Also in attendance was Deputy Director General for the State Department of Public Health and Professional Standards Sultani Matendechero, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Health.