Policy Brief: Investing in targeted sexual and reproductive health and rights preparedness in Eastern and Southern Africa: A pathway to more resilient systems

To better understand the readiness of countries in Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) to respond to SRH needs during emergencies, partners and governments under the 2gether 4 SRHR Programme engaged in 2022 with 22 countries of the region to conduct a Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) Readiness Assessment (MRA). This region-wide assessment provided a unique opportunity to take stock of the strengths and weaknesses regarding preparedness.This policy brief summarizes some of the findings of the assessment and provides key considerations to help strengthen the capacity to provide MISP and SRH services in emergency settings.