Community health is a critical foundation for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya, delivering essential services to households, especially in underserved areas. As the first point of contact with the health system, Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a vital role in prevention, health promotion, and linkage to care. However, the effectiveness of community health … [Read more...] about Strengthening the Foundation: Kenya’s Journey to a Mature and Resilient Community Health System
Community Health Financing
Strengthening Health Systems in the Central African Republic: A Strategic Push Toward Universal Health Coverage
The Central African Republic (CAR) Government has made important strides in improving the health of its people over recent years. However, persistent challenges remain: a shortage of health workers, a limited number of health facilities – especially in rural areas – and constrained funding continue to hamper access to essential health services. The burden of communicable … [Read more...] about Strengthening Health Systems in the Central African Republic: A Strategic Push Toward Universal Health Coverage
Protecting the Frontline: Why Ending Gender-Based Violence Is Essential to Strengthening Community Health Systems
Would you visit a vulnerable household if you could save a life, but may also be putting yourself at risk of gender-based violence? Through better health financing, this is a dilemma which we want to ensure Community Health Workers no longer face. Introduction Every year on 25th November – 10th December, the world marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence … [Read more...] about Protecting the Frontline: Why Ending Gender-Based Violence Is Essential to Strengthening Community Health Systems
Who really Pays for Healthcare in Sierra Leone — and Why the National Health Financing Strategy Will Define the Next Decade
Sierra Leone is at a defining moment for its health system as the country continues it journey toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Ensuring effective and sustainable health financing has become more crucial today than ever before. Who pays for healthcare, and at what cost to households? For years, Sierra Leone has made important progress expanding access to essential … [Read more...] about Who really Pays for Healthcare in Sierra Leone — and Why the National Health Financing Strategy Will Define the Next Decade
PRESS RELEASE Freetown, Sierra Leone | May 2026
ONE Campaign and Financing Alliance for Health Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Sustainable Health Financing Reforms in Sierra Leone What the Partnership Will Deliver ONE Campaign and the Financing Alliance for Health (“FAH) have officially entered a strategic partnership to support the Ministry of Health through the provision of technical expertise and data and … [Read more...] about PRESS RELEASE Freetown, Sierra Leone | May 2026