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Uganda Hosts Africa’s First-Ever Triple Elimination Convention on Mom-to-Baby Transmission

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Uganda has made history by hosting the world’s first-ever Triple Elimination Conference on Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B, which was officially opened by Her Excellency Vice President Jessica Alupo. The landmark three-day event places Uganda at the forefront of global efforts to combat mother-to-child transmission of these three major infections.

The conference, held in Kampala, brings together health experts, policymakers, and partners from across Africa and beyond to discuss strategies, share lessons, and strengthen coordination in the fight against vertical transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B.

Speaking at the opening, Vice President Alupo praised Uganda’s pioneering role, noting that the country launched its Triple Elimination initiative in 2019 and has since developed and implemented a national elimination plan covering the years 2019/2020 to 2024.

Minister of Health Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng highlighted the country’s significant progress and stressed the importance of integrating services for HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B to accelerate progress towards full elimination. She expressed sincere appreciation to development partners and implementing organizations for their continued support and commitment to maternal and child health.

The conference is seen as a major step in galvanizing continental momentum towards the World Health Organization’s targets for eliminating mother-to-child transmission, marking Uganda as a regional and global leader in this public health milestone.


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