Amref Health Africa has established an independent commission to review the continent’s progress towards achievement of ‘Universal Health Coverage’ targets by 2030.
The Africa Health Agenda International Conference Commission on the State of UHC in Africa will, in addition to reviewing the continent’s progress, provide recommendations on leadership, accountability, technology, innovation, and health security, to help guide the continent towards achieving UHC targets.
The independent body is expected to deliver its mandate through 11 commissioners selected from a range of disciplines and sectors across Africa; global experts and thought leaders who will provide valuable guidance, engage with key stakeholders and collate data to provide an accurate overview of African nations’ collective advancement towards UHC.
The commissioners will also spotlight pressing challenges faced by different countries and work closely with governments, policy shapers, and implementation teams to navigate them effectively for the delivery of health services to all.
The AHAIC Commission’s immediate focus will be the production of a ‘State of UHC in Africa Report.’ The report will provide a detailed account of steps taken by African governments to achieve UHC in their countries, reflecting on successes, barriers, and lessons learned on the journey towards providing equitable access, quality health care, and financial protection as envisioned within an African context.
The findings of the report will be delivered at the fourth edition of the Amref-sponsored AHAIC conference, which will be held from 8 to 10 March 2021.
‘‘The commissioners have a big task ahead of them. With only three months to the AHAIC conference, they will be working with a multi-stakeholder team and employing various research methodologies to develop and deliver a comprehensive report that will inform subsequent UHC discussions in Africa. The report will serve as a reliable roadmap and reference point on progress made so far, as viewed through an African lens,’’ said Global Chief Executive Officer, Amref Health Africa, Dr. Githinji Gitahi.
