Organize and conduct sensitization workshops for health inspectors, Woreda (province) professionals, and law enforcement officials on SF provisions and SF enforcement strategies

The sensitization workshop commenced on August 29,2024 with Mr. Molla, the tobacco focal person from AAFDA, introducing the overall objectives of the session. Following this, Mr. Elias, MCDO executive director, provided insights into the ongoing progress of AASFI and our aspirations for the initiative’s future. The first presentation was delivered by Esisha Mengistu, a project officer from MCDO, focusing on AASFI’s progress over the past 14 months, including opportunities, challenges, and a promising outlook. Mr. Molla then presented on the progress of activities across all sub-cities involved in AASFI, including those where MCDO is active.

After the presentations, stakeholders engaged in a discussion, highlighting the following key points: In conclusion, Mr. Assefa, the current director of AAFDA, addressed the raised issues and officially closed the meeting. The sensitization workshop facilitated a productive dialogue between MCDO and AAFDA, resulting in a significant agreement to collaborate on upcoming activities in the new Ethiopian year. This collaboration aims to create a cohesive approach to the Tobacco Control (TC) project.