Integrated (human health and animal health) surveillance and reporting system for 15 zoonotic diseases in Kenya

CGIAR Research Program on Agriculture for Nutrition and Health. 2019. Integrated (human health and animal health) surveillance and reporting system for 15 zoonotic diseases in Kenya. Reported in Agriculture for Nutrition and Health Annual Report 2019. Innovations.

System co-designed by ILRI researchers and piloted in three counties. Recent evaluation highlighted lack of integration between sectors, leading to disease under-reporting and inefficiencies. Operational research was conducted to refined the system. Results published and highlight importance of engaging with local stakeholders and providing timely feedback to ensure on-going compliance.