Strengthening Leprosy Elimination Efforts in Ngami and Okavango Districts

Botswana has made remarkable strides in leprosy elimination, with zero new autochthonous cases reported for consecutive years. However, continued efforts are essential to maintain this success and address sporadic cases. The World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH), recently intensified post-elimination efforts in Ngami and Okavango districts. The initiative focused on updating national leprosy guidelines, training healthcare workers, conducting contact tracing, and analyzing epidemiological data to strengthen surveillance and management.