July 2025 LabCoP Extended ECHO Session: Practical Approaches to tNGS Implementation for Rapid Detection of Drug-Resistant TB: Insights from West Java, Indonesia
The emergence of drug-resistant TB remains a global health threat, with only one-third of individuals estimated to have multi-drug (MDR) or rifampicin-resistant (RR) TB diagnosed a
ASLM and Biomed Connect Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Africa’s Laboratory Workforce and Diagnostics Capacity
The partnership leverages ASLM’s continental reach and technical leadership in laboratory medicine, alongside Biomed Connect’s grassroots presence, innovation-driven initiative
Expert Opinion
The LabCoP Management team recently sat down with Anafi Mataka, Head of Programs at ASLM, to discuss the newly established Global Diagnostics Coalition. This coalition was official
Dissemination of the Report on the Status of Laboratory Professional Associations in Africa
Across Africa, medical laboratory associations are essential for advocacy, professional growth, and quality diagnostics, yet their capacities and resources vary widely. The Federat
June 2025 LabCoP Extended ECHO session: Making Genomics Work for TB: Practical and Cost-Effective Use of tNGS in TB Programs
The emergence of drug-resistant TB remains a global health threat, with only one-third of individuals estimated to have multi-drug (MDR) or rifampicin-resistant (RR) TB diagnosed a
May 2025 LabCoP Extended Echo Session. Closing the gap in drug-resistant TB diagnosis: the critical role of sequencing
The emergence of drug-resistant TB remains a global health threat, with only one-third of individuals estimated to have multi-drug (MDR) or rifampicin-resistant (RR) TB diagnosed a
May 2025 LabCoP Extended ECHO Session: Experiences, challenges and lessons learnt in improving the public health laboratories surveillance capabilities for priority diseases The experiences of Burkina Faso, and São Tomé and Príncipe
In this ECHO session,São Tomé and Príncipe, and Burkina Faso shares their experiences, challenges, lessons learnt and priority areas in improving detection, surveillance and res
ASLM Annual Report 2023 – 2025
As we reflect on the past two years, I am filled with immense pride and appreciation for the remarkable strides achieved at the African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM). Our
The Impact of a Temporary Suspension of United States Government (USG) Funding on Laboratory Services in African Partner Countries
EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThis report examines the impact of the freeze on United States Government (USG) funding, particularly through the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
LabVoice: From Lab Work to Digital Mastery, Surprise Kyalo Reflects on His Transformative ASLM Academy Journey
LabVoice:Surprise, welcome to LabVoice! Let’s dive right in, what was it like stepping into the ASLM Academy back in February? urprise Kyalo:It’s been one of the most enriching