When mosquitoes buzz, we bring mosquito nets

(WITH ODK)

Who are we ?

SANRU Asbl (Primary Health Care in Rural Areas) is a non-governmental organization. Founded in 1981, it plays a key role in strengthening primary health care, combatingmalaria with more than 120 million mosquito nets distributed from 2019 to date, maternal and child health.

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, malaria constitutes a major public health challenge, with 27.3 million cases And 24,880 deaths recordedin 2022 alone, representative 54% of cases in Central Africa.

Fight against malaria

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, malaria constitutes a major public health challenge, with 27.3 million cases And 24,880 deaths recordedin 2022 alone, representative 54% of cases in Central Africa.

Fight against malaria in the Democratic Republic of Congo

• Mass distribution of impregnated mosquito nets (MNI); - Indoor spraying;
• Chemoprevention seasonal and intermittent preventive treatment.

• Rapid diagnosis and effective treatment with ACTs (combination therapies based on artemisinin);
• Strengthening the capacities of health personnel

• Data collection and analysis epidemiological; -Use digital tools like ODK for collection and monitoring; - Promotionre search to guide the decisions.

• Community awareness;
• Promoting the correct use of mosquito nets and seeking medical care

Using ODK - 1

The integration of ODK in our digitalization strategy has enabled reliable and secure data collection, even in remote areas. Thanks to the use of ODK Collect, field teams enter data on smartphones or tablets, then send it to Central at the end of the day if possible. This information is then used in our application internally developed, which generates reports, maps and paintings of interactive edges This approach has strengthened the effectiveness of our interventions, particularly in the distribution of mosquito nets and the location house holds that resist to receive the mosquito net.

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Explanation:

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• At the top: the National level (only one for the entire country).
• Beneath it: the Provincial level (there are many provinces, but for simplicity we show one branche).
• Each province is divided into Zones (zonal level). We illustrate one but it can 11 to 36 max zones health up today.
• Each Zone is divided into Health Areas.
• Each Health Area covers several Villages or Streets.
• Finally, each Village or Street consists of Households.

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Note: In reality, the number of elements at each level varies, but this diagram uses a one‐branch structure at every level to clearly show the hierarchy.

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8457

1 252 932 House

6 499 060 People

2 934 853 Nets

Eg. Kongo Central

5560 users & devices

Using ODK - 2

Central API Configuration in our application

ODK Central

Impact and volume of data collected - 1

Apart from data from mass distribution campaigns in mosquito net distribution, ODK is also used in SANRU in several projects with tremendous results.�

Use of ODK In the investigation house keeping in the project BMGF CSO CAPACITY

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• 5 provinces covered;
• More than 1800 investigators trained;
• ~2,000 ODK phones configured;
• +100,000 data submissions collected
• Location of more than 10,000 children under vaccination and Zero doses on a map;
• Data available for quick analysis & monitoring in Power BI

This massive data allows for real-time monitoring real collected data and to carry out analyses of the indicators.

Impact and volume of data collected - 2

ODK is also used in several other activities that we cannot all list here, for example:�

Impact and volume of data collected - 3

Integrating the ODK API with other national systems also allows us to strengthen interoperability and improve decision-making. In short, ODK is not just a data collection tool; it is a strategic lever that helps us transform data into concrete actions for population health.�

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Achievements and strengths

An efficient collection of a massive data

ODK has provided us with optimal performance in managing millions of submissions that were previously managed on non-digital media presenting enormous risks of loss.

Advanced interoperability

ODK's API helped us simplify the integration of collected data with other tools, enabling deeper analysis and better exploitation within the national system.

Improving data quality

Constraints and validations integrated into forms (collect) have significantly reduced the risk of errors during data entry, ensuring more reliable data.

Optimized synchronization

Real-time or timely synchronization accelerated the analysis process and optimized decision-making based on reliable and up-to-date indicators.

Challenges, questions

Submitting data in areas without internet coverage

The absence of Internet connectivity in some areas requires users to transport all phones to covered areas to ensure they are synchronized and restored to service.This logistical constraint increases the risk of loss, theft or failure of devices, particularly when the time available in the field is limited.

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Transferring data via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct to a centralizing phone is an effective solution for low-connectivity environments. By allowing field agents to locally transmit their data to this phone, which will then be taken alone to an area with Internet access for submission to the server, this approach reduces logistical risks, secures equipment, and accelerates the data retrieval process. It also decreases unnecessary travel and optimizes work organization.

Transfer of the data to wards A phone centralizer

Our experience with ODK illustrates the power of technology to transform public health. Thanks to ODK, we were able to collect, analyze, and leverage data on an unprecedented scale, optimizing the effectiveness of our interventions and helping to save lives. This breakthrough demonstrates the importance of digital tools in managing and improving health programs.

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Conclusion

« Data helps save lives. Innovation improves our actions. »

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MATONDO

AKSANTI

TUASAKIDILA

MERCI

TANKS

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