Tanzania has intensified preparations for the next phase of Global Fund-supported health programmes as senior government officials and development partners reviewed progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria while charting priorities for the country's next funding cycle.
The meeting, chaired by Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities), Dr. Jim Yonazi, brought together government institutions, civil society organisations, non-governmental organisations and development partners under the Tanzania National Coordinating Mechanism (TNCM).
Dr. Yonazi, who also chairs the TNCM, presided over the body's second-quarter ordinary meeting held in Dar es Salaam on June 29, 2026.
The meeting assessed the implementation of the Global Fund's Grant Cycle 7 (GC7), covering the period from January 2024 to December 2026, with members reviewing progress achieved up to May 30, 2026.
Participants also discussed Tanzania's preparations for the Global Fund Grant Cycle 8 (GC8), which is expected to run from January 2027 to December 2029.
The new funding application is aimed at sustaining gains made in combating the country's three major infectious diseases while further strengthening resilient and sustainable health systems.
The TNCM is the national multi-stakeholder body responsible for coordinating, overseeing and monitoring Global Fund-supported programmes in Tanzania.
It brings together representatives from the government, development partners, civil society, the private sector and communities affected by the diseases to ensure transparency, accountability and effective implementation of health interventions.
Over the years, Global Fund financing has played a significant role in expanding access to life-saving treatment, prevention and diagnostic services for HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria across Tanzania.
The support has also strengthened health systems by improving laboratory services, supply chains, disease surveillance, healthcare workforce capacity and the availability of essential medicines.
These investments have contributed to improving health outcomes while enhancing the country's ability to respond to existing and emerging public health challenges.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Yonazi praised the progress made in implementing the programmes and acknowledged the commitment demonstrated by all stakeholders involved in coordinating and delivering the interventions.
He thanked government institutions, development partners, civil society organisations and implementing agencies for their continued collaboration, saying their collective efforts have been instrumental in safeguarding public health and ensuring that Tanzania remains on course towards achieving better health outcomes.
Dr. Yonazi underscored the importance of maintaining strong partnerships and effective coordination as the country prepares for the next Global Fund grant cycle, noting that sustained investment in health systems will be critical to protecting the gains already achieved and improving the quality of healthcare services for all Tanzanians.
