Don't miss #AMR CoP ECHO Session on Oct 18! This session will focus on the EUCAST Disk Diffusion Method and its relation to MIC. Register at https://conta.cc/4eyHpVT
About us
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is an independent, international, not-for-proft organisation founded in March 2011 in Addis Ababa that coordinates, galvanises and mobilises relevant stakeholders at the local, national, and international levels to improve local access to world-class diagnostic services and ensure healthy African communities now and for the long-term. ASLM is the first pan-African society for laboratory professionals, endorsed by the African Union (AU) and supported by multiple African Ministers of Health through its Ministerial Call for Action. Based on the partnership and network centred approach, ASLM works on five functional pillars: Laboratory Networks: Strengthen laboratory networks and systems to support the delivery of clinical and public health functions. Laboratory Workforce: Strengthen the laboratory workforce in Africa. Quality of Laboratory Services: Improve the quality of laboratory services towards accreditation based on national, regional and international standards. Regulatory Systems: Promote and support harmonised national and regional regulatory systems for diagnostic products, technologies and services. Communication & Knowledge Management: Strengthen data collection, analysis and sharing capacity, communication platforms and advocacy to promote the laboratory profession and contribute to evidence-based laboratory medicine in Africa.
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http://www.aslm.org/
External link for African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM)
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Addis Ababa
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Laboratory Accreditation Support, Regulatory Harmonisation, Workforce Development, and Improving Laboratory Quality
Locations
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Primary
Joseph Tito Street, Nega City Mall, 8th Floor
Kirkos Sub City, Kebele 08
Addis Ababa, ET
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The Pivot, Block E, Third floor
Montecasino Boulevard
Fourways, Gauteng 2055, ZA
Employees at African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM)
Updates
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Call for public comments! The EDL Secretariat is pleased to announce the opening of the public comments period for the applications received for the fifth edition of the World Health Organization Model List of Essential In Vitro Diagnostics (EDL 5). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/et29b4dm
Call for public comments - Applications to the Fifth WHO model list of essential in vitro diagnostics (EDL5)
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The Global Fund Project STELLAR has been pivotal in strengthening policy and governance frameworks in Botswana. By supporting the Ministry of Health in developing #COVID19 testing guidelines, which were later adapted into influenza-like illness (ILI) testing guidelines, we enhanced the country’s capacity to manage respiratory infections. This policy integration highlights our commitment to sustainable and resilient health systems. The Global Fund, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. Botswana Harvard Health Partnership
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African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) reposted this
This year we are joined by Mr Nqobile Ndlovu, CEO of the African Society of Laboratory Medicine in Zimbabwe, who will Chair and serve as a panellist at our Medlab Africa Lab Directors Forum taking place on Tuesday, 22 October 2024. This year’s conference theme is ‘Operationalisation of the World Health Assembly Resolution on strengthening diagnostic capacity’ and the impressive panel will discuss their experiences, critical operational challenges, best practices, and lessons from early adopter countries to inform future road maps for scaling up diagnostics in line with the recommendations of the WHA resolution to strengthen global diagnostic capabilities. Click through to secure your seat now and earn 6 Clinical CPD points by attending: https://lnkd.in/dwN-w3Sx #MedlabAfrica #AfricaHealth African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM)
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This week, Mr Anafi Mataka, ASLM’s Head of Division and Dr NOAH TAKAH FONGWEN, Africa CDC's Diagnostics Access Coordinator, led important discussions focused on improving diagnostic access across Africa. Together, they are advancing efforts in the fight against Mpox, Marburg, and other priority diseases!
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The Global Fund Project STELLAR drove meaningful change in Botswana’s healthcare landscape by addressing critical issues such as sample management and data integrity. The project has improved disease detection and response capabilities, and our collaboration with the Ministry of Health has contributed to building a robust infrastructure for long-term health resilience. The Global Fund, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. Botswana Harvard Health Partnership
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The Africa CDC Diagnostic Advisory Committee (DAC) has successfully completed evaluation protocols for locally manufactured #Ag-RDTs to strengthen diagnostic capabilities for #Mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Meanwhile, Rwanda is preparing for potential #Marburg virus kit evaluations to enhance outbreak preparedness. In parallel, National Regulatory Authorities are finalizing key Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) documents for Mpox tests—an effort to ensure swift access to reliable diagnostics. This meeting represents a crucial step toward implementing practical, context-specific solutions for Africa’s health priorities!
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Great news from Accra, Ghana! This week, ASLM, Africa CDC Diagnostic Advisory Committee (DAC) partnered with the Africa Medical Devices Forum to meet with National Regulatory Authorities from West Africa and Mpox-affected countries. Together, we drafted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) documents for Mpox tests as part of the Emergency Use Listing (EUL) process with the African Medicines Regulatory Harmonization (AMRH), finalized evaluation protocols for DAC, incorporating the National Regulatory Authorities feedback and Paving the way for a pilot of the continental regulatory process for Africa’s priority diseases
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African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) reposted this
EVENT: How do we know what works? Perspectives on Local Capacity Strengthening. On October 17th at 8:30am ET hear from Sarah Ellison, USAID Senior Policy Advisor, and representatives from local organizations on lessons learned and key capacity strengthening challenges. RSVP to attend the virtual event here: https://lnkd.in/gYEc3h7T #Event #FreeEvent #Livestream #USAID