Paediatric - Adolescent Treatment Africa

Paediatric - Adolescent Treatment Africa Paediatric AIDS Treatment for Africa (PATA) is an action network of paediatric HIV treatment teams f NPO Number: 090-092
PBO Number: 930034219

PATA is a Cape Town-based non-profit organisation (NPO) that provides crucial support, education, training and resources to 310 paediatric HIV clinics across 24 sub-Saharan African countries. The fundamental purpose of PATA is to assist these clinics to improve the quality of healthcare they are able to provide to HIV-infected children and their families. PATA’s core activities include holding an annual participatory, action-oriented training forum for 80-160 frontline healthcare workers to share best practices and operational strategies, conducting quality improvement training at district level, and running a task-shifting programme in 49 clinics across 15 countries. PATA also mentors and up-skills clinics throughout the year to manage self-initiated quality improvement projects. PATA maintains contact with clinic teams throughout the year through our newsletter and website www.teampata.org (a platform for sharing electronic resources such as the PATA proceedings, the written output of the annual forum). The PATA network promotes team exchanges, resource sharing, task-shifting and the involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS in the clinic. The PATA office is advised by a 13-member Steering Committee of leading practitioners who meet bimonthly to direct PATA's strategy, programmes and operations.

Following the dialogue with young mothers at Chiawelo CHC, on Thursday, 10th November, the team supported the JHB Heal...
17/11/2025

Following the dialogue with young mothers at Chiawelo CHC, on Thursday, 10th November, the team supported the JHB Health District Health Promotion to host a community dialogue in Soweto, bringing together community health workers (CHWs) and community-based organizations (CBOs). The session explored ways to bring PLHIV back into care, especially children and men, as part of the campaign. A key outcome was the community’s commitment to raise HIV and TB awareness, starting with educating traditional and religious leaders. Health education was highlighted as the best strategy to reduce stigma, encourage disclosure, and improve health outcomes.

The dialogue was a perfect example of ‘Let the Community Lead’ in practice
ICAP National Department of Health (South Africa) Ikusasa Lethu Youth Project

In August 2025, during the HIVE kickoff meeting in Nigeria, the team visited Maitama District Hospital in Abuja to exp...
13/11/2025


In August 2025, during the HIVE kickoff meeting in Nigeria, the team visited Maitama District Hospital in Abuja to explore an inspiring model of engaging men in antenatal care. A practice with great potential to strengthen Vertical Transmission Prevention (VTP) efforts.
Through this model, men participate in sessions on HIV testing, pregnancy, labour, postnatal care, and nutrition, learning practical ways to support their partners and families.

Empowering partners means empowering families. This approach highlights the shift from prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) to VTP, emphasizing that the responsibility for prevention and care lies with both parents, not just mothers.

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ICAP Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria

The SRH Self-Care Measurement Tool offers a practical framework for healthcare providers and program teams to monitor a...
10/11/2025


The SRH Self-Care Measurement Tool offers a practical framework for healthcare providers and program teams to monitor and evaluate SRH self-care interventions.
This tool supports evidence-based planning, service delivery, and quality improvement in SRH programs. Read more here:https://teampata.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Sexual-Reproductive-Health-Self-Care-Measurement-Tool-First-Edition-February-2023.pdf

Over the past three weeks, conducted Quality Improvement (QI) learning sessions at the sub-national level in Mozambiqu...
10/11/2025

Over the past three weeks, conducted Quality Improvement (QI) learning sessions at the sub-national level in Mozambique, Nigeria, and South Africa. These were the first-ever QI sessions focused on Vertical Transmission Prevention (VTP).

The sessions successfully added VTP into existing QI systems in the six HIVE supported states/provinces. They also brought together HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B programs to support triple elimination. For the first time, data capturers, who handle data collection, were included to improve data quality. Participants have set clear QI goals and plan to use this approach to strengthen other health programs.

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ICAP Eastern Cape Department of Health National Department of Health (South Africa) Gauteng Health Department TB HIV Care Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria

This November, PATA Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) members are hosting dialogues between peer supporters and healthcare prov...
07/11/2025

This November, PATA Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) members are hosting dialogues between peer supporters and healthcare providers across Kenya, Eswatini, South Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Cameroon. These dialogues focus on listening, learning, and building bridges — creating space for shared reflection, joint action, and stronger partnerships to integrate peer support into HIV service delivery.

To learn more about how to plan, establish, and strengthen peer support programmes within healthcare facilities, explore the PATA toolkit:
🔗 https://teampata.org/portfolio/integrating-peer-support-into-service-delivery-a-good-practice-guide/

07/11/2025

Flash Fridays is here!
We’re launching our brand-new WhatsApp 15-Minute Microlearning Series for healthcare providers.
Join us every Friday for fresh HIV care insights, experience sharing, and practical tips you can use right away at your facility.

💬 Want in? Comment “Invite me to ” to get your personal invite!

participated and presented at the 8th Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Forum, hosted by REPSSI in Lusaka...
06/11/2025

participated and presented at the 8th Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Forum, hosted by REPSSI in Lusaka, Zambia. Presenting on “Integrated Peer-Led Support Models for Addressing Viral Load Suppression and Mental Health among AYPLHIV”REPSSI

Yesterday, in South Africa, ’s Ibanomonde Ngema (YAP member) and the team, in collaboration with JHB Health District ...
05/11/2025

Yesterday, in South Africa, ’s Ibanomonde Ngema (YAP member) and the team, in collaboration with JHB Health District and Health Promotion, hosted a successful dialogue at Chiawelo CHC as part of our ongoing support for the Vertical Transmission Prevention (VTP) program.

The session welcomed pregnant and breastfeeding young women aged 18-24, who openly shared their insights on what youth-friendly HIV prevention and care services should look like. Participants also highlighted the value of using social media and digital tools, like WhatsApp groups and , to reach and interact with young mothers, share important information, and address myths and misconceptions related to pregnancy and breastfeeding.

The discussions reinforced the importance of creating safe spaces for young mothers to learn, share, and help shape services that meet their needs. We look forward to continuing these conversations and scaling up our efforts to support young mothers across facilities.

National Department of Health (South Africa) Gauteng Health Department SANAC ICAP

This November, join , Y+ Global and Youth Care as African experts and advocates explore how self-care empowers communi...
04/11/2025

This November, join , Y+ Global and Youth Care as African experts and advocates explore how self-care empowers communities to face climate challenges while improving HIV and SRHR outcomes. Aidsfonds
6 November 2025 | 14:00–15:30 CAT
Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cXYDR2o5Sy2RUFLcomR1Eg

Today, Yasteel Maharaj, Senior Regional Programme Manager for HIVE at , presented at the 2nd Annual Sustainability W H...
31/10/2025

Today, Yasteel Maharaj, Senior Regional Programme Manager for HIVE at , presented at the 2nd Annual Sustainability W

His presentation explored how health and sustainability intersect—especially in the context of HIV and the role of public–private partnerships in driving investment toward sustainable and resilient health solutions. "Building sustainable health systems means investing in people, innovation, and partnerships that last."

Less than a month to go until ICASA 2025! You can still register to attend onsite—or visit the Community Village, a free...
31/10/2025

Less than a month to go until ICASA 2025! You can still register to attend onsite—or visit the Community Village, a free, public space where lived experiences meet policy, and advocacy and action are co-created by communities.

📅 3–8 Dec | 📍 Accra & online
🔗 https://icasa2025.saafrica.org

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