South Africa has been grappling with an ongoing tuberculosis (TB) epidemic, further exacerbated by the COVID19 pandemic. The country has one of the highest TB burdens globally, including drugresistant and HIVassociated TB. ## The Impact of COVID19 on TB Control
The 11th SA AIDS Conference is set to take place from 2023 June 2023, bringing together esteemed stakeholders and health professionals to assess South Africa’s response to HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis (TB), and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). The event presents a unique opportunity for experts to discuss emerging priorities and strategies in eliminating the public health threat posed by HIV.
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health concern in South Africa, with the city of Cape Metropole taking crucial steps towards identifying and treating highrisk populations as part of a national effort to confront the disease. The Western Cape region has a particularly high incidence of TB, making it essential to adopt a multipronged strategy that enlists public cooperation and empowers them to make informed decisions about their health.