Addressed to the Ministers of Health of Central African region and the Country Coordinating Mechanisms, the ACB Secretariat and the Global Fund Secretariat. Introduction In a context of shrinking international funding and increasing requirements for accountability and sustainability, Central African countries reaffirm their commitment to strengthening health sovereignty and the sustainable management of Global Fund…
As international health financing plateaus and competing global crises stretch donor budgets thin, countries in Central Africa are taking bold steps to reclaim control of their health systems. Meeting in Bangui, leaders from six countries signaled a decisive shift: the future of public health in the region must be nationally led, transparently governed, and financially…
By Daniel Yaw Domelevo, Chairman of the Economic and Organized Crime Office,Accountant and former Auditor-General of Ghana, Global Fund WCA Audit and Finance Committee Member As part of its ongoing mandate to promote sustainable health financing and sound governance, the Africa Constituency Bureau (ACB) supports efforts by African countries to align external funding with national…
The Lusaka Agenda Advancing Africa’s Ownership in Global Health The African Constituency Bureau (ACB) plays a strategic and catalytic role in advancing the Lusaka Agenda—Africa’s collective blueprint for transforming its engagement with Global Health Initiatives (GHIs). As the coordination and policy platform representing 48 African countries on the Global Fund Board, ACB bridges national priorities,…
Reprioritising Health in a Time of Cuts: ACB’s Consultation on Global Fund Grant Adjustments Date: 8 August 2025Format: Virtual Meeting Participants: 40+ On 8 August 2025, the Africa Constituency Bureau (ACB) convened a strategic virtual meeting that brought together Country Coordinating Mechanisms (CCMs) and members of the Global Fund Strategy Committee. The consultation aimed to…
Safeguarding Health in Uncertain Times: ACB’s Africa-Wide Strategy Dialogue Date: 24 February 2025Format: Virtual ConsultationParticipants: 115 health leaders from 20 African countries Introduction As global health funding faces major uncertainties, over 100 representatives from ministries of health, Country Coordinating Mechanisms (CCMs) and technical partners across Africa convened for a high-level virtual consultation hosted by the…
Dr Nii Hanson-Nortey, Consultant international en tuberculose, VIH et sécurité sanitaire mondiale La tuberculose (TB) reste un défi majeur de santé en Afrique, avec des incertitudes en matière de financement qui menacent les progrès réalisés. Dans cet entretien, le Dr Nii Hanson-Nortey, expert de premier plan en tuberculose originaire du Ghana, partage ses perspectives sur…
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major health challenge in Africa, with funding uncertainties threatening progress. In this interview, Dr. Nii Hanson-Nortey, a leading TB expert from Ghana, shares insights on adapting TB programs, optimizing resources, and leveraging technology to improve care. Good morning Dr. Nii Hanson-Nortey. Can you please introduce yourself to our readers? Dr. Nii:…
Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, despite being preventable and curable. While significant progress has been made in the global fight against TB, out-of-pocket expenses continue to pose a substantial barrier to successful treatment and eradication efforts. It cannot be overemphasized, out-of-pocket expenditure in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) is…
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an important part of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria. It is tasked with safeguarding the organization’s assets, investments, and reputation through audits and investigations. Their approach includes risk management, governance, and internal controls, while investigating allegations of fraud, abuse, and human rights violations…