Q: VENUE, DATE & TIME

Speke Resort Convention Center, Kampala, Uganda 20 – 22 July 2027 | 09:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EAT)

Q: CONTACTS

Kenneth Kabagambe, MPH Project Director, Triple Elimination Conference in Africa 2027 kkabagambe@noplhb.org

Question 1

BACKGROUND

Accepted Answer

Following the remarkable success of the inaugural Triple Elimination Conference in Africa (TECA 2025), which galvanized unprecedented political commitment, continental collaboration, and renewed funding interest in tackling the triple burden of HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV), and Syphilis, Africa now stands at a critical juncture.

The 2025 conference resulted in the Kampala Call to Action, the introduction of the African Triple Elimination Action Framework, and the establishment of country-led monitoring mechanisms under the leadership of the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Africa CDC. These milestones positioned Africa on a clear path toward integrated elimination of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of these infections by 2030.

Currently, the Conference Secretariat, hosted by The National Organization for People Living with Hepatitis B (NOPLHB), is working closely with AU Member States that participated in the 2025 conference to support the implementation of the Kampala Call to Action. This collaboration involves tracking commitments, facilitating technical consultations, and supporting national focal points to operationalize the recommendations adopted in 2025.

Encouraging progress is already being recorded in several Member States — including the expansion of antenatal testing services, integration of triple elimination indicators into national health information systems, and the adoption of the hepatitis B birth dose in more national immunization schedules. These developments demonstrate the growing political will and momentum toward continental elimination goals.

The 2nd Triple Elimination Conference in Africa (TECA 2027) will therefore consolidate these gains, review progress at midterm, and mobilize renewed commitments to ensure that Africa remains firmly on track to achieve triple elimination by 2030.

Question 2

INTRODUCTION

Accepted Answer

The National Organisation for People Living with Hepatitis B (NOPLHB) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uganda, African Union Commission (AUC), the World Health Organization, Africa CDC, AUDA-NEPAD, and other partners, will convene the 2nd High-Level Conference on the Triple Elimination of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis in Africa, from 21 – 23 July 2027, at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Kampala, Uganda.

Under the theme “Accelerating Momentum, Sustaining Impact: Advancing Triple Elimination for Mother to Child Transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B and Syphilis in Africa by 2030,” the conference will serve as a mid-term accountability and acceleration platform, assessing progress since TECA 2025, identifying persistent bottlenecks, and generating actionable commitments for the remaining years toward the 2030 targets.

This gathering will reaffirm Africa’s collective commitment to integrated maternal and child health interventions, leveraging partnerships and innovations to ensure that the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis becomes a sustained continental achievement.

Question 3

OBJECTIVES

Accepted Answer

To accelerate and sustain progress toward the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Hepatitis Bp, and Syphilis in Africa by 2030 through renewed political commitment, innovative partnerships, and integrated service delivery.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
1. Evaluate progress made since the inaugural TECA 2025 Conference, highlighting successes, lessons learned, and persistent challenges in implementing the Call to Action signed by the Ministers during TECA 2025.

2. Foster innovation and research, promoting new technologies, data systems, and delivery models for screening, vaccination, treatment, and monitoring.

3. Deepen multi-sectoral collaboration between governments, civil society, the private sector, and academia to enhance service integration, advocacy, and accountability

4. Showcase best practices and community models demonstrating impact in reducing vertical transmission and addressing gender, equity, and human rights dimensions of care.

Question 4

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Accepted Answer

1. Kampala Progress Report (2025 – 2027): A consolidated assessment of national and regional progress, identifying gaps and priorities for the final 3 years toward 2030.

2. Renewed Political and Financial Commitments: Updated country pledges and partner financing compacts for sustainable program implementation.

3. Launch of the Continental Innovation and Accountability Platform: A digital dashboard to track elimination indicators, innovations, and partner contributions.

4. Expanded Birth-Dose Hepatitis B Vaccine Commitments: Agreement by additional AU Member States to introduce and scale up the HBV birth dose.

5. Strengthened Community and Civil Society Engagement: Enhanced partnerships with community organizations for patient follow-up, stigma reduction, and social mobilization.

6. Adoption of the Kampala Acceleration Agenda (2027): A joint communiqué outlining continental priorities, financing pathways, and accountability milestones toward 2030.

Question 5

EXPECTED PARTICIPANTS

Accepted Answer

Ministers of Health and Finance from AU Member States
African Union Commission, Africa CDC, and AUDA-NEPAD officials
WHO, UNAIDS, UNICEF, UNITAID, UNFPA, and other UN agencies
Representatives from donor agencies, foundations, and development partners
Civil society organizations, community networks, and patient advocates
Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and legislators
Academia and research institutions
Private sector partners (pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies)
Media representatives

Question 6

WORKING LANGUAGES

Accepted Answer

English, French, Arabic, and Portuguese.

Question 7

ORGANISERS

Accepted Answer

The National Organization for People Living with Hepatitis B (NOPLHB) is the secretariat for the conference. At the same time, the Ministry of Health (Uganda) is the host of the conference, African Union Commission (AUC) is the co-host in partnership with partners such as Africa CDC, AUDA-NEPAD, World Health Organization (WHO), Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), PATH, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), Hepatitis B Foundation (USA).

Question 8

EVENT FORMAT

Accepted Answer

The conference will feature:

High-level plenary sessions and ministerial roundtables
Technical and policy panel discussions
Interactive workshops and country-experience showcase
Innovation and financing forums
Community and youth dialogue sessions
Exhibitions, networking, and media engagements

Question 9

VENUE, DATE & TIME

Accepted Answer

Speke Resort Convention Center, Kampala, Uganda20 – 22 July 2027 | 09:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EAT)

Question 10

CONTACTS

Accepted Answer

Kenneth Kabagambe, MPHProject Director, Triple Elimination Conference in Africa 2027 kkabagambe@noplhb.org