The government is preparing a $27 billion budget for a forthcoming five-year health sector plan, marking a 52.5 percent increase from the current program ending in June 2024. The plan prioritizes achieving universal health coverage, particularly in urban primary health care, and addressing the health impacts of climate change.
The government primarily finances the majority of the budget, with development partners currently contributing 5 to 10 percent in the form of soft loans. The ongoing health sector plan faces a financing gap of $460 million, which needs to be addressed before its conclusion in June 2024, according to the World Bank, which has provided $550 million towards it.
Despite healthcare improvements, disparities persist in child immunization and antenatal care access. Urban areas face challenges related to non-communicable diseases, water-borne illnesses, and climate change impacts on health. The upcoming program aims to address these issues, emphasizing collaboration between health and local government authorities to provide effective urban primary healthcare services.
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