Lesotho receives equipment from WHO to strengthen pandemic response
The equipment includes blood-glucose monitors, blood-pressure machines, and computer hardware.
Lesotho has received medical and ICT equipment from the World Health Organisation's (WHO) Pandemic Fund, aimed at bolstering disease surveillance and response across Southern Africa. The equipment, valued at around US$150,000 (close to 2.5 million Maloti), includes blood-glucose monitors, blood-pressure machines, computer hardware and software. This donation, provided by WHO Lesotho, strengthens the Government of Lesotho's capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats.
The assistance comes at a pivotal moment as Southern Africa anticipates the onset of an El Niño season. WHO is intensifying its efforts to identify and respond to disease outbreaks swiftly. In Lesotho, Dr. Innocent Nuwagira, a WHO representative, highlights the importance of the support, stating that it will aid in early detection and emergency preparedness.
According to Nuwagira, "For Lesotho, the support comes at a critical time. Equipping health workers with tools to improve patient care and strengthen the country's response to health threats."
The equipment's worth is approximately R2,5 million, and the investment is anticipated to enhance Lesotho's ability to identify health threats early, respond more rapidly, and deliver essential care.
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