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Advancements in HIV Prevention: A Conversation with Dr. Kathryn Mngadi

As Sexual Transmitted Infections (STI) and Condom Week unfolds, it's imperative to reflect on the remarkable progress in HIV prevention over the years. Dr. Kathryn Mngadi, an esteemed figure with over...
From Idea to Impact: The Pelebox Innovator Earns Recognition

As The Aurum Institute we celebrate Neo Hutiri, the innovative mind behind Pelebox, a revolutionary smart locker system transforming healthcare access. Neo's invention has drastically reduced wait tim...
World Tuberculosis Day: discover a Horizon 2020 project that is contributing to making a change in the field of tuberculosis treatment

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Prof Kaleebu receives the honorary title of Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire

Professor Pontiano Kaleebu, an esteemed Aurum Board Member and the outgoing Director of the Medical Research Council/Uganda Virus Research Institute and London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicin...
Prof Violet Chihota provides insights in TPT in World TB Day 2024 seminar

In commemoration of World TB Day 2024, esteemed experts convened at a virtual World TB Day Buildup Seminar to address the ongoing challenges and advancements in tuberculosis (TB) prevention. Hosted by...
World TB Day 2024: focus on long-term effects

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USAID-Funded ACCELERATE Initiative to Boost Tuberculosis Elimination Efforts in South Africa

In a landmark move towards ending tuberculosis (TB) in South Africa, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded the Aurum Institute US $47 million (approx. R886 million) to impl...
Revolutionising Pediatric TB Prevention: Insights from the Rifapentine Dispersible Formulation Webinar

In a monumental stride towards global tuberculosis (TB) prevention, a powerhouse collaboration of leading organisations recently convened a groundbreaking webinar on the dispersible formulation of rif...
The Aurum Institute Calls for Sustained Investment to Ensure Progress in TB Care

For over two decades, Aurum, as an African-led organisation, has been at the forefront of the TB response, driving research and innovation, and supporting implementation of programmes to improve healt...
Bill Gates’ 5 predictions about AI that will change the world

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Aurum Institute Parktown Hosts Inspiring Leadership Roadshow

The Aurum Institute Parktown recently marked the next stop in the Aurum Leadership Roadshow, underscoring Aurum leadership's dedication to the Aurum values of Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Respe...
IAVI’s Human Immunology Laboratory relocates samples to Africa, fulfilling capacity strengthening goal

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Aurum's Commitment to Healthcare Access and Health Equity in Africa

Lagos, Nigeria, May 9, 2024 - The Aurum Institute participated in the 2024 Industry Engagement Forum, themed “Unlocking Healthcare Value Chains and Driving Investment through Partnerships: Accelerat...
Aurum Becomes New Home for Key Assets from IAVI's Human Immunology Laboratory

Johannesburg, South Africa - May 13, 2024 - The Aurum Institute is the new custodian of key assets from IAVI's Human Immunology Laboratory (HIL), highlighting the shared dedication of both organisat...
World TB Month: PanTB-HM site tour

Tuberculosis remains a formidable global health challenge, causing significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Even after successful treatment, many patients experience lasting lung damage, comprom...
Prof Setswe discusses NHI Bill

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Aurum conducts Training and QI tour in North West Province

The Aurum Institute's Training and Quality Improvement (QI) team is dedicated to enhancing engagement and performance across the North West Province, ensuring high-quality implementation of HIV/AIDS a...
Spark School Kempton Park Primary hosts University Day

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IIMPAACT4HIV: transforming advanced HIV disease (AHD) care

We are excited to announce the launch of IMPAACT4HIV, a Unitaid-funded project dedicated to transforming advanced HIV disease (AHD) care. Our goal is to significantly reduce AIDS-related mortality by ...
Healthcare costs pushing more than half of SA’s TB patients into poverty

South Africa's TB crisis is not just a health issue but an economic and social one, as new research commissioned by the National South African Health Department (DOH) reveals. The study highlights tha...