NEWS
From 18th to 29th December 2023, R4H hosted a sample management and riding training program for new couriers . The training was conducted at R4H Head Office in Lilongwe for the new couriers who have been placed to work in Salima, Lilongwe, Dedza, Mangochi, Blantyre, Mulanje, and Chikwawa.
Zwelithini Golowa, ICT Officer presenting on CommCare reporting system to the couriers
While some couriers such as those from Blantyre and Mangochi were deployed to address the high volumes of samples in these districts, others joined R4H as replacements for couriers who left the organization. The training program covered diverse areas such as HR and administrative procedures, riding skill assessments, eye tests, and protective clothing.
Additionally, they attended presentations on sample management, biosafety measures, and COVID 19 which was facilitated by representatives from the Ministry of Health, ICT and
Commcare presentations were also conducted alongside accounts and an orientation on the waste management project.
Overall, the training program aimed to equip the new couriers with the necessary skills and knowledge needed for efficient sample management in their respective districts.
