São Tomé and Príncipe sees a smaller absolute number of tuberculosis cases, but the disease still poses a serious threat to health in the country. In 2023, 260 people developed TB, and 77 died as a result. The burden of co-infection is also evident, with 37 individuals affected by both TB and HIV, and 22 people with TB who were HIV positive but missed from care.
To reinforce diagnostic capacity and support national efforts to find and treat TB earlier, 4 Delft Light X-ray systems were procured for the country. This was made possible through collaboration between the Stop TB Partnership Secretariat and UNOPS, ensuring that TB screening can reach communities across São Tomé and Príncipe, including those in remote or hard-to-access areas.
