Neftaly: Strengthening National Health Information and M&E Systems for Evidence-Based HIV, TB, and Malaria Response in Uganda
In Uganda, the burden of HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria continues to challenge the health system. Effective control of these diseases depends not only on medical interventions but on the ability to collect, analyze, and act on accurate and timely data.
Neftaly (South African Youth Project) is working in partnership with the Ministry of Health of Uganda to strengthen national health information systems (HIS) and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to ensure data is used to drive decision-making, improve performance, and optimize impact in the fight against HIV, TB, and malaria.
Goal
To strengthen Uganda’s national health information and M&E systems to ensure reliable, timely, and actionable data is available and utilized to inform planning, policy-making, and program implementation for HIV, TB, and malaria.
Strategic Objectives
- Enhance the integration and interoperability of disease-specific data systems within the national HIS.
- Improve data quality, completeness, and reporting timeliness across all levels of the health system.
- Build institutional and human resource capacity in M&E and health information management.
- Foster a culture of evidence-based planning, sector learning, and accountability.
Key Interventions
1. Integration and System Alignment
- Support the harmonization of HIV, TB, and malaria M&E frameworks with national HIS platforms such as DHIS2, EMRs, and eLMIS.
- Facilitate interoperability between facility, district, and national-level systems for seamless data flow and consolidation.
- Support the development and rollout of digital tools for real-time data entry and visualization.
2. Data Quality and Reporting Improvement
- Conduct routine Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) and implement corrective actions.
- Standardize data collection tools, reporting formats, and indicator definitions.
- Ensure timely submission and review of facility and district-level reports.
3. Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening
- Train MOH personnel, district health teams, and facility staff in data management, M&E, and data use.
- Strengthen national and subnational M&E units to ensure sustained leadership and coordination.
- Provide technical assistance for the development of M&E plans, SOPs, and guidelines.
4. Data Use for Decision-Making
- Establish regular data review and feedback sessions at national and subnational levels.
- Develop program dashboards, performance scorecards, and analytical reports to inform strategic decisions.
- Promote use of data for targeted resource allocation, planning, and program adjustments.
Expected Results
- Enhanced integration of HIV, TB, and malaria data into the national health information system.
- Improved data quality, availability, and timeliness across all disease programs.
- Increased capacity among MOH and stakeholders to use data for performance management.
- Strengthened culture of evidence-based decision-making and accountability within the health system.
Why It Matters
High-quality data saves lives. Strengthening Uganda’s health information and M&E systems ensures that every intervention is guided by evidence, resources are allocated effectively, and communities benefit from smarter, more responsive health services.
Partner With Neftaly
Neftaly is committed to working with the Ministry of Health, disease control programs, and partners to build a resilient, data-driven health system that meets Uganda’s national and global health commitments.