Join us for our TB & Nutrition webinar! 26 Nov | 1–2pm SA time Register here: https://t.co/tymDahksuT

56 000 people in SA die from #TB every year, meaning about 6 people die from the disease EVERY HOUR. #TB is preventable & curable. Government must prioritise #TB as a national crisis by investing in stronger health systems & support communities leading the fight to end TB. #EndTB

Rachel presented TB Proof’s research on facilitators and barriers to TPT at the KESS Research Day on Friday. If you are a close contact of someone with TB, living with HIV, or had TB in the past 2 years, get tested and ask about TPT to protect yourself and your community. #EndTB

Great news for TB transparency! South Africa’s new Public TB Dashboard is live — with district-level data now available. Our May 2025 advocacy letter called for this — and it’s here! Congrats to @NNdjeka & the National TB Programme. Access here: https://t.co/u9QPaNzs1s

At the launch of the WHO guidelines on tuberculosis and undernutrition, TB Proof Director Ingrid shared her personal journey with TB, highlighting the important role of nutrition in recovery and prevention. #EndTB

🫁 Do you know TB? Tuberculosis (TB) is preventable and curable l, but only if detected early. If you’ve been coughing for two weeks or more, get tested today. Early testing helps stop the spread. #TestForTB #BreatheEasy #EndTBSA

End TB Campaign 📣 Let’s unite to raise awareness and help test 5 million people for TB by 2026. The campaign aims to reduce TB incidence by 29% and TB deaths by 41% by 2035. Share and tag @HealthZA) and always include the hashtags: #EndTBSA #BreatheEasy #TestforTB

#EndTB 🫁 Anyone can get TB. It affects millions of people worldwide regardless of age, gender, or background. The good news is that TB is preventable and curable. 👉 Get tested early. 👉 Take your treatment as prescribed. 👉 Protect your loved ones. #BreatheEasy

#ENDTB2025 In South Africa, TB is common, and reinfection is possible. You can get TB a second, third, or even more times. Regular testing helps you manage your health and gives you peace of mind! #TestForTB #EndTBSA #BreatheEasy #BreatheEasy

New WHO TB Guidelines (2nd ed.) WHO updates TB guidance to address HIV, undernutrition, and food insecurity, key drivers of TB and poor treatment outcomes. Essential for health programs, clinicians & communities. Read more:

With the new ongoing segment with the Khayelitsha Health Forum, we were happy to be joined by Lelethu (Health Forum) & (TB Proof) on Radio Zibonele FM. They shared how their work tackles TB, reduces stigma & empowers the community. A powerful partnership for real change.#EndTB

Powerful session at the #VALIDATE2025 Annual Meeting: Survivor-Led Advocacy with Candy Jacobs & Phumeza Tisile. 🌍 They shared how TB Proof’s survivor voices, lived experiences & community empowerment drive accountability, reduce stigma & strengthen TB care. #EndTB

"While TB rates in mining are declining faster than in the general population, the sector’s distinct risks mean mineworkers remain at the epicentre of South Africa’s TB epidemic."

Inspired by Bravo Thompson, championing TB testing and the fight to end TB. #EndTB

Western Cape Government, in collaboration with local NGOs, hosted a Close the Gap event, a campaign driving South Africa’s HIV response by reaching high-burden communities and vulnerable groups to close service gaps and improve outcomes. #EndTB

Happening now 🚨 Close the Gap event in Khayelitsha, Cape Town #CloseTheGap #BetterMenForTomorrow @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @WesternCapeGov

ICYMI👏: Our "Tackling TB in our Communities: Advocacy Toolkit for Civil Society", is now available on our website. This toolkit is a guide to help community TB advocates strengthen their role and make a real difference in the communities they serve. 👉: https://t.co/WccGQmdUSH

When community leaders gain knowledge, entire neighbourhoods benefit. See how mentorship transforms leaders—and lives. #EndTB

Tobacco & sugary drinks raise TB risk. TB Proof’s Director, Ingrid Schoeman, co-authored a paper showing how tax revenue could fund TB prevention & nutrition programs. Read more: https://t.co/VQ28KAaaTo