What Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program does

The Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program is a CDC/PEPFAR-funded technical assistance program implemented by the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) in Kampala, Uganda. Established under a five-year cooperative agreement running 2020-2025, it strengthens Uganda's health information systems, case-based surveillance, monitoring and evaluation, and quality improvement capacity in support of HIV and TB programming led by the Uganda Ministry of Health and district health teams.

The program's core product is the HIV Prevention Tracker, a monitoring platform built on the DHIS2 Framework with an integrated mobile application that enables real-time, longitudinal capture of client-level HIV prevention data at service delivery points. The Tracker issues system-generated unique identifiers that link visits across facilities, supports layering of services (ART, PrEP, viral load testing, preventive supplies), and provides real-time dashboards for service gap analysis. It is supported by a portfolio of additional systems: UgandaEMR (electronic medical records), the RASS Dashboard (resource allocation and staffing), the Viral Load Dashboard, and the Option B+ Dashboard (PMTCT). Security features include two-factor authentication via Google Authenticator, encryption with role-based access control, and routine data backup procedures. The Tracker has registered over 1,100,000 individuals since its 2017 launch.

METS operates as a non-profit academic program rather than a commercial entity; it has no pricing model and provides its services to government and implementing partners at no direct cost. Revenue consists of a single disclosed grant stream from CDC under PEPFAR, with the program employing 26 staff and reaching multiple districts, health facilities, and implementing partner organizations across Uganda. The program is led by Principal Investigator Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze (Dean of MakSPH), supported by a Program Director, Programs Manager, and Finance & Administration Manager.

Name

Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program

Legal name

Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program

Website

https://mets.or.ug

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program is a CDC/PEPFAR-funded initiative at Makerere University School of Public Health that builds and operates digital health information systems, most notably the DHIS2-based HIV Prevention Tracker, to support Uganda's Ministry of Health, district health teams, and HIV/TB implementing partners with M&E and surveillance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Health Information Systems

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (54172), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Disease-Specific Global Programs (HIV/TB/Malaria/NTDs) (HLAJAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Communicable Disease Prevention & Control (HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, NTDs) (BPADAIAA)

Keywords

• Health information systems
• Monitoring and evaluation
• HIV prevention tracking
• Digital health platforms
• Public health surveillance

Headquarters

HQ city

Kampala

HQ country

Uganda

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. CDC/PEPFAR Grant Funding: The METS Program is funded through a 5-year grant (2020-2025) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as part of PEPFAR support. The grant focuses on strengthening Uganda's capacity for HIV and TB programming through health information systems, case-based surveillance, monitoring and evaluation, and quality improvement support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The METS Program builds and supports digital health information systems and provides monitoring and evaluation technical assistance for Uganda's HIV and TB response. Its core deliverable is the HIV Prevention Tracker (a DHIS2-based platform with integrated mobile application for real-time data capture) along with supporting systems such as UgandaEMR, RASS, Viral Load, and Option B+ Dashboards. Services are delivered at no cost to beneficiaries through a CDC/PEPFAR-funded grant to district health teams, the Ministry of Health, and implementing partner M&E officers.

Product overview

The METS Program operates as a portfolio of health information systems and monitoring tools, with the HIV Prevention Tracker as the core product. The HIV Prevention Tracker is built on the DHIS2 Framework and serves as the central platform for HIV prevention data management. Supporting systems include UgandaEMR for electronic medical records, the RASS Dashboard for resource allocation, the Viral Load Dashboard for HIV monitoring, and the Option B+ Dashboard for PMTCT tracking. The program also provides monitoring and evaluation services, case-based surveillance, district-led programming, partner support and reporting, and data analytics and knowledge management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HIV Prevention Tracker A monitoring tool developed by MakSPH-METS with CDC support, leveraging the DHIS2 Framework with an integrated mobile application for real-time, longitudinal data capture of HIV prevention services. Tracks client visits across health facilities using unique identifiers, supports service layering (ART, PrEP, viral load testing, lubricants, condoms), and provides real-time analytics dashboards. Used by implementing partners (AIC, Baylor, FHI/EPIC, IDI, JCRC, MJAP, MoH, ROM, UEC, UPMB, UPS, URC, Walter Reed/MUWRP) and Drop-in Centers across Uganda.
• UgandaEMR Portal Electronic Medical Record Portal supported by METS for health facilities across Uganda, enabling digital health records management at facility level.
• RASS Dashboard Resource Allocation and Staffing System Dashboard for health workforce planning and management across Uganda's health sector.
• Viral Load Dashboard Dashboard for monitoring viral load testing coverage and results for HIV patients in Uganda.
• Option B+ Dashboard Dashboard for tracking Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) Option B+ program implementation and outcomes in Uganda.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,100,000+ individuals registered in the HIV Prevention Tracker system
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Uganda Ministry of HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Ministry of Health is a key partner in aligning health information systems, monitoring frameworks, and national health policies with METS Program support.
• Makerere University School of Public HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMakSPH is the implementing institution for the METS Program, providing academic infrastructure, research expertise, and institutional credibility to health systems strengthening efforts.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ICF International: Operates large USAID/PEPFAR data and M&E contracts (e.g., Data.FI, DHS Program). Comparable in delivering health information systems, surveillance, and analytics for donor-funded public health programs.
• Palladium International: Global implementation firm running large PEPFAR/CDC cooperative agreements for health information systems, M&E, and HIV/TB programming in multiple African countries. Directly comparable as a technical assistance prime partner funded by the same donors.
• John Snow, Inc. (JSI): Implements multiple PEPFAR- and USAID-funded M&E and health information systems strengthening projects across Africa. Comparable mission, donor base, and product set (HMIS, M&E, capacity building).
• MEASURE Evaluation (UNC): USAID-funded global M&E and health information systems strengthening project. Direct overlap on M&E frameworks, HMIS strengthening, and capacity building for HIV/TB programs in low- and middle-income countries.
• Abt Associates: Runs PEPFAR/CDC implementing partner programs including HIV/TB service delivery and M&E. Similar size, donor dependency, and African operating footprint.
• FHI 360: Major PEPFAR implementing partner operating the EPIC project in Uganda. Comparable HIV/TB programming and M&E capacity, and is also a named user of METS' HIV Prevention Tracker.

Emerging players

• Health Information Systems Program (HISP) / University of Oslo: Originator and global steward of the DHIS2 platform on which METS builds its products. Comparable technology foundation and overlapping mission of digital health data systems in LMICs.
• Akros: Provides health information systems and surveillance support across Southern Africa, including HIV and TB programs. Comparable niche focus on digital health platforms for public health programs funded by PEPFAR/Global Fund.
• BroadReach: Implements PEPFAR-funded programs in Africa with data and analytics platforms for health program management. Comparable in integrating M&E data with HIV program decision-making.
• Baobab Health: Implements digital health systems for HIV and TB programs in Malawi and other African countries. Comparable technology stack and donor mix (PEPFAR/Global Fund).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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