Program
TECA Program

The Triple Elimination Conference is a unique regional event in Africa because it represents a groundbreaking effort to address the interconnected challenges of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis through a unified approach.

This is the first event of its kind to focus on the simultaneous elimination of these three diseases, aligning with the African Union’s regional health strategies and global health targets.

IMPORTANT DATES

Early Bird registration
OPEN Mar 15, 2025

Abstract Submission
OPEN Feb 4, 2025

Author Registration
DEADLINE May 2025

PROGRAMME AGENDA
High Level Conference on the Triple Elimination of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis in Africa

DAY ONE
21 July 2025
DAY TWO
22 July 2025
DAY THREE
23 July 2025
08:30 – 09:00
Arrival of delegates
Registration, and documents distribution
09:00 – 10:00
1. Opening Session
1.1 Keynote Addresses by:
▪ Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, Minister of Health, Republic of Uganda
▪ H.E. Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa CDC
▪ Regional Director, World Health Organization - Afro Region
▪ Regional Director, UNICEF
▪ Executive Director, UNAIDS
▪ Representative from RECs
▪ Opening Statement by H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission

1.2 Presentation of Conference Objectives by Mr. Kenneth Kabagambe, Executive Director, National Organisation for People Living with Hepatitis B

1.3 Welcome Remarks by H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda

1.4 Visiting the exhibition area by high level delegate

10:00 – 11:00
Photo session & Coffee break
Group photo session and Morning coffee break
11:00 – 11:30
2. Launch of TECA
Launch of the Africa Elimination of Vertical Transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and HBV Plan by 2030 and Keeping their Mothers Alive (AEVT) Plan
11:30 – 12:00
3. Setting the Stage
Presentation by select endemic Member States on the status of triple elimination and the challenges encountered. (Suggest Botswana, Namibia as the frontrunners but also Uganda, and Rwanda)
12:00 – 13:00
4. Panel Discussion One
▪ Leveraging Political Commitment to Advance Triple Elimination: High-level dialogue on the importance of political will and commitment to achieving the triple elimination goals by 2030. (Proposed: Select Ministers of Health, and OAFLAD)

▪ Discussion and/Q&A

13:00 –14:00
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
14:00 - 15:00
5. Panel Discussion Two
▪ Funding the Fight Through Resource Mobilization for the Triple Elimination: Discussion on innovative financing mechanisms, public-private partnerships, and global funding commitments. (Proposed: Select Donors and Private Entities)

▪ Discussion and Q&A

15:00 – 16:00
6. Panel Discussion Three
▪ Improving Access to Essential Treatments to Accelerate Triple Elimination Efforts in Africa: Fostering innovative approaches and sharing the best practices on available treatment options and opportunities for low-and middle-income countries (Proposed speakers: UNITAID, WHO AFRO, PATH, Medicines Patent Pool, and representatives from Rwanda, Zambia, and Nigeria)

▪ Discussion and Q&A

16:00 – 17:00
Working evening coffee break
Reporting back and administrative announcements
17:00 -
END OF DAY ONE
08:30 – 09:00
Synthesis and reflections on Day One proceedings
Synthesis and reflections on Day One proceedings
09:00 – 10:30
1. Plenary Session One
1.1 Integrating HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis Control Programs. Sharing best practices for integrating services and maximizing existing health system infrastructure.

1.2 Discussion and/Q&A

10:30 – 11:00
Coffee Break
Morning Coffee Break
11:00 – 13:00
2. Plenary Session Two
2.1 Innovations in Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment: Spotlight on new technologies and strategies in diagnostics and treatment across Africa.

2.2 Discussion and/Q&A

13:00 –14:00
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
14:00 - 16:00
3. Plenary Session Three
3.1 Community-Led Approaches for Triple Elimination: The role of grassroots organizations, advocacy groups, and community health workers in driving elimination efforts.

3.2 Discussion and Q&A

16:00 – 17:00
Working evening coffee break
Reporting back and administrative announcements
17:00 -
END OF DAY TWO
08:30 – 09:00
Synthesis and reflections on Day Two proceedings
Synthesis and reflections on Day Two proceedings
09:00 – 10:30
1. Roundtable Discussion
1.1 Moving from Commitment to Action: Government, donor, and private sector representatives commit to reducing the costs of medical products and make pledges for increased funding and policy action.

1.2 Discussion and Q&A

10:30 – 11:00
Coffee Break
Morning Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:00
2. Closing Session
Summary of commitments, way forward, and official conference closing.
▪ Summary of commitments and recommendations highlighted during the conference
▪ Closing remarks by WHO Representative
▪ Closing remarks by H.E. AUC Commissioner of HHSD
▪ Closing remarks by Hon. Minister of Health of the Republic of Uganda
▪ Announcement of the dates and venue for the next Triple Elimination Conference in Africa 2027
12:00 -
END OF DAY THREE & END OF CONFERENCE