Financing Alliance for Health (FAH) and Ministry of Health and Social Action (MSAS) made significant strides in strengthening community health system and health financing in Senegal through provision of quality technical assistance and effective policy dialogue. These activities directly supported national priorities and laid the groundwork for stronger and more equitable … [Read more...] about FAH Strengthening Community Health in Senegal: Q1 2025 Highlights
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Navigating the Changing Donor Landscape: Why Gender Equality Must Remain a Priority in Health Financing
The Risk of Gender Equality Setbacks in Health Financing As donor funding for health shifts and declines, governments across Africa are under immense pressure to mobilize domestic resources and prioritize essential services (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023). While this transition is necessary for long-term sustainability, it comes with a significant risk—gender equality … [Read more...] about Navigating the Changing Donor Landscape: Why Gender Equality Must Remain a Priority in Health Financing
The U.S. Foreign Aid Suspension: A Public Health Crisis with a Gendered Impact in East & Southern Africa
Introduction: A Policy Decision with Deep Gendered Consequences The recent suspension of U.S. foreign aid is not just a financial setback for health systems in East and Southern Africa—it is a gendered crisis that disproportionately affects women, girls, and community health workers (CHWs). Countries like Kenya, Zambia, Ethiopia, and Mali rely heavily on U.S. funding to … [Read more...] about The U.S. Foreign Aid Suspension: A Public Health Crisis with a Gendered Impact in East & Southern Africa