The 4-CAGE-TB project is proud to announce its recent participation at the 2nd Innovations in TB Conference held in Windhoek, Namibia, on 12th May 2025. Our team, represented by Dr. Hanlie Myburg, presented a compelling poster detailing the vital implementation study being conducted within the project.
The poster titled, Considerations for designing and implementing tuberculosis triage based on cough-sounds with a smartphone application: results from a qualitative study in South Africa and Uganda, highlighted the key aspects of our efforts to inform the application design of mHealth-based cough-audio triaging for TB, including technical requirements and user preferences, drawing on data collected with healthcare providers, clients, and TB programme stakeholders. We found gaps in TB screening at the facility level and limited familiarity with mHealth, which means that promoting the application’s use will require parallel TB awareness and engagement efforts with health staff, clients, and communities to facilitate adoption and avoid exacerbating TB stigma. This kind of engagement is crucial for learning from peers and ensuring our work has a tangible impact on TB control.
The poster session provided a dynamic platform for engaging with fellow researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from around the globe. Discussions at the conference reinforced the importance of robust implementation science in translating research into effective health programs.
The 4-CAGE-TB project remains committed to generating evidence that informs and improves tuberculosis triage at health facilities and communities, ultimately contributing to a world free from TB.
