This review examines how shifting basic eye care tasks to general health workers in Africa impacts service quality. It finds that due to poor training, equipment, and support, task shifting in eye care is largely ineffective. The study recommends rethinking who should deliver primary eye care and how to better support them.
Knowledge that drives action. Tools that support change.
Resources
At KCCO, we believe that sharing practical knowledge is just as powerful as delivering care.
Our growing resource library supports eye care professionals, program managers, policymakers, researchers and educators across Africa with tools designed to strengthen systems, train teams and scale sustainable impact.
Whether you’re developing a national plan, launching a hospital program, or conducting training in remote areas. These resources are built to inform and empower your work.
Health Workers
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