Aligning Cholera Surveillance and Reporting in the African Region (Part II)

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Cholera surveillance and timely reporting are essential for effective outbreak preparedness and response across the WHO African Region. This webinar will bring together WHO Country Office and Ministry of Health representatives to strengthen understanding of cholera reporting requirements, address data-sharing challenges, and promote practical approaches for improving surveillance and reporting.

Objectives of the Webinar:

1. To provide an overview of standard definitions for country-level cholera surveillance and reporting, including the benefits of reporting at regional and global levels.

2. To describe the DHIS2 weekly reporting tool and the AFRO cholera dashboard, and clarify the processes of streamlined cholera reporting to regional and global levels.

3. To provide a platform for interactive discussions, enabling participants to share insights and propose actionable strategies to improve cholera epidemiological data.