Collaboration for implementation of decentralisation policy of multi drug-resistant tuberculosis services in Zambia
Principled engagement facilitated the involvement of various stakeholders, the dissemination of relevant policies and guidelines and regular quarterly meetings of clinical expert committees to ensure ongoing support and guidance. A shared motivation among actors was underpinned by a common understanding of the barriers faced while implementing decentralisation efforts. The capacity for joint action was demonstrated through several key strategies, however, challenges such as inadequate coordination, supervision and monitoring of laboratory services, as well as the need for collaborative efforts in health infrastructural rehabilitation were observed. Overall, collaboration has facilitated the creation of a more responsive and comprehensive TB care system, addressing the critical needs of patients and improving health outcomes.
Authors
- Henry Phiri
- Tulani Francis L. Matenga (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2145-002X)
- Namakando Liusha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4851-4882)
- Jeremiah Banda
- Margarate Nzala Munakampe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9279-241X)
- Patrick Kaonga (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0461-8361)
- Mwimba Chewe
- Patricia Maritim (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8920-009X)
- Malizgani Paul Chavula (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1189-7194)
- Hikabasa Halwiindi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6385-4474)
- Chris Mweemba (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6834-9896)
- Joseph Mumba Zulu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1480-4977)
- Angel Mubanga (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1636-103X)
- Batuli Habib
- Ntazana N Sinyangwe
Institutions
- Ministry of Health (ZM)
- Zambia Forestry College (ZM)
- University of Zambia (ZM)
- Golden Valley Agricultural Research Trust (ZM)
- Umeå University (SE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Health Research Policy and Systems
- Published
- 2024-08-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-024-01194-8
- Citations
- 8
- Primary Topic
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 8.87
Funders
- Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria