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Public-Private Dialogue Highlights Opportunities for Private Sector Engagement in Global Fund GC8The TBPPM Learning Network convened a global dialogue on 6 March 2026 to explore how countries can strengthen private sector engagement (PSE) in upcoming Global Fund Grant Cycle 8 (GC8) funding requests.See RecordingSee Full Report (attached)See Presentation by Mohammed Yassin, The Global Fund (attache

Dear Colleagues, Partners, and Members of the TBPPM Learning Network,We are delighted to welcome you to a new era of the TBPPM Learning Network!Over the past years, TBPPM LN has evolved into more than a community of practice. It has become a global knowledge exchange center connecting implementers, national TB programmes, researchers, civil society, private providers, and frontline health workers

As we close 2025, we share this newsletter with mixed feelings. This edition marks the final newsletter of the current chapter of the TBPPM Learning Network, which has been shaped by strong stewardship, collaboration, and shared learning across countries. As we prepare to transition to a new leadership model in 2026, we do so with both reflection and optimism.This newsletter brings together key up

The TBPM Learning Network's 2025 Town Hall meeting celebrated the organization's six-year history and achievements, while exploring future initiatives and announcing sustainability plans. The conversation ended with discussions about the network's future evolution, including new partnerships for continued learning, action, and evidence synthesis in private sector engagement and tuberculosis servic

As we welcome a new year, we are pleased to announce an important new chapter for the TBPPM Learning Network (TBPPM LN). After six years of stewardship by the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre supported with grants by the Gates Foundation, the leadership of the Network will transition to a new collaborative leadership model.Beginning in 2026, iLINQ2 and the KNCV Tuberculosi

This year’s International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) conference was buzzing with new tools information, funding cuts discussions, and TB reflections from authors. In the days leading up to the event, the TBPPM LN promoted certain sessions on its various social media channels, including the website.Innovate, Integrate, Impact: A symposium on New Tools to END TBPPM Sessi

The Global Fund has secured US $11.37 billion in its Eighth Replenishment for 2026–28 — a critical achievement, even if it falls short of the US $18 billion target. The implications are straightforward: leaner allocations, tougher prioritization, and sharper delivery strategies for countries entering the next funding cycle.To stretch every dollar and maximize impact, The Global Fund is embedding P

Dear colleagues,We are pleased to share an important update: the Global Fund is launching a series of information sessions to support preparation for Grant Cycle 8 (GC8). These sessions will cover everything from application procedures to strategic prioritization, and they are designed to help us navigate the process effectively (see the table below). Why this matters now:The GC8 launch comes at a

Integrating TB care within primary health care isn’t just an option — it’s a necessity. As donor support declines and health budgets tighten, embedding TB services into primary health care (PHC) and universal health coverage (UHC) systems offers the most sustainable path forward. A new Lancet Primary Care commentary by Madhukar Pai, Petra Heitkamp, and Yogan Pillay highlights how we can turn chall

World Mental Health Day, initiated by World Federation for Mental Health in 1992,  serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health. October 10, 2025, marks World Mental Health Day, focuses on the urgent need to bridge the gap between physical and mental well-being, especially for people affected by chronic conditions like tuberculosis (TB), where the burden of suffering

World Lung Day, observed every year on September 25, is a global awareness initiative led by the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) and its partners. Launched in 2019, the campaign aims to draw attention to the burden of lung diseases and drive action toward improving lung health worldwide. This year, under the theme “Healthy Lungs, Healthy Life,” FIRS is highlighting practical st

The 2025 Results Report captures a pivotal moment in the Global Fund partnership’s fight against HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria. After decades of progress, global health is in crisis. Declining international funding is jeopardizing the fight against AIDS, TB and malaria – and with it, global health security.Watch the “70 Million Reasons Why” Campaign Film The recent TBPPM LN webinar on efficie

Since 2019, with the support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, the TBPPM Learning Network (TBPPM LN) has grown into a trusted global community for learning, collaboration, and action to advance the Public–Private Mix (PPM) for TB. Together, we have convened thousands of stakeholders, generated knowledge, and amplified diverse

WHO has released a policy brief on Tuberculosis and primary health care: synergies and opportunities towards universal health coverage. This policy brief explores the synergies and opportunities that arise from aligning the TB response with the principles of PHC, to jointly advance respective efforts to strengthen PHC and end TB as a public health threat. It is aimed at policy-makers and stakehold

The World Humanitarian Day is observed on 19 August every year to celebrate heroes who step into crises to help others, and to stand with the millions of people whose lives hang in the balance. In recent years, with conflicts worldwide, humanitarian workers are the ones holding the line, keeping people alive, often at great personal risk. But more and more, those who help are becoming targets them

Since 2012, World Lung Cancer Day is observed every year on August 1 to raise awareness about lung cancer. The World Lung Cancer Day observance commenced with the hope of creating awareness about lung cancer symptoms and risk factors and raise funds for more research. The aim was to educate people about risk factors, screening, treatment and outcome of lung cancer as well as overall lung health. T

Amidst growing concerns about global funding constraints, the TBPPM webinar on programmatic efficiencies served as a vital platform to showcase country-driven innovations and lessons learned. The expert panel discussion drew from the experiences of Kenya, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Nigeria, while setting the global context through insights from the Global Fund.Key TakeawaysFunding Gaps: A $1.3

The TBPPM Learning Network hosted a dynamic webinar focused on domestic resource mobilization for tuberculosis care in Nigeria. The session convened key stakeholders from government, civil society, and private sector partners to explore practical strategies for funding and sustaining impactful public-private mix (PPM) models.The webinar highlighted the urgent need for increased domestic investment

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce the winner of the TBPPM Video Contest!🏆 Nazreen Nazir from Innovators in Health (India) takes the spotlight with the inspiring video:🎥 “A Day in the Life of a TB Warrior”📌 Theme: Showcasing Impactful Public-Private Collaborations in TB CareWatch the winning video here 👉 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zcqKWyyj4cR52y5OG4PLSy24VrKW7PEe/view?usp=sharing