“(2) introduce and implement, where necessary and in accordance with international human rights norms and standards, national health care plans of action for epilepsy management, aiming to overcome inequalities and inequities in health, social and other related services, paying special attention to people with epilepsy… (3) Integrate epilepsy management, including health and social care, particularly community based services, within the context of universal health coverage, including community based rehabilitation …. (4) Support the establishment and implementation of strategies for the management of epilepsy…. (6) Promote action to prevent causes of epilepsy, using evidence based interventions” … [WHO Resolution
In order to address the health, economic and social burden of epilepsy in the Kingdom of Eswatini, EEO has to also be strengthened as an organization to carry out its programs and projects to fulfil its mandate. EEO continually reviews and aligns its policies, strategy and goals with local, regional, and international laws, policies, treaties, resolutions and agreements.
There are risks inherent in the implementation of the AAP hence mitigation measures will be taken and contingent action plans drawn up to prevent any possible threat to the attainment of set objectives and targets. A risk register is kept by the organization and managed through the recommended risk management process identified during the strategic plan process which includes amongst other things:
EEO strengthen the Maintaining and Evaluation function by providing the necessary training resources to its staff especially in the area of reporting such that reports made should coincide with the budget cycles. The board meet regularly under its chairman to discuss and coordinate the implementation of the AAP.
