The challenge in the Ugandan health system
Toni Garrn Foundation
Fostering global justice through gender equality advocacy.
Our approach to ensuring access to medical care within our projects in Uganda
According to the Ugandan Insurance Association, only 500,000 people in Uganda have access to health insurance, which constitutes just 1% of the total population (46 million people).* The Ugandan government is currently in the process of developing a nationwide insurance scheme. However, this draft has been submitted to the cabinet, and no decision has been reached. Uganda is the only country in East Africa that has not implemented comprehensive health insurance, despite having the highest medical costs in the region, which consequently must be paid directly out of pocket.** In the global ranking of health systems, Uganda ranks 133rd out of 167 countries surveyed.***This poses a significant challenge for our project partners, as the vast majority of the population, especially in rural areas, works in the informal sector without access to health insurance and lives below the poverty line.Together with our partner, the Abato Foundation Uganda, we have therefore developed a detailed plan to ensure medical care for the coming years. External funding is essential for this endeavor.
Already established within school operations, it is essential to involve students’ parents or guardians in the financial responsibilities. At the Abato School, we aim for each parent or guardian to contribute at least 40% of the costs per student, and additional funds can be supplemented through donations with the goal of gradually increasing the school's independence.
However, this approach is challenging in healthcare. Medical fees can not be planned in the same way as school fees can. If a person falls ill, they may not have been able to save up any amount to cover unanticipated medical fees. This can lead to critical situations as payment for treatments are required immediately, regardless of whether they have access to financial resources or not. Falling ill without a financial safety net for treatment can be fatal in the worst-case scenario.
For this reason we are connecting the "Kingdom Medical Centre" with our new partner "Eau Thermale Avène" to ensure:
Having medical staff on site and access to a fully equipped pharmacy means that we can offer free medical care at our medical center for the next few years, thus creating incredible value for the community and region.
"Thee renovations will improve our capacity to provide quality services to our community. We know that by renovating the facilities at the medical center, our staff will have a conducive work environment which will enhance their effectiveness in delivering services to patients"
Moses Kalanzi, Founder of the Abato Foundation Uganda
Many thanks to "Eau Thermale Avène" for your trust and long term support for the coming years.
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March is "Ghana Month"
Did you know that Ghana celebrates the so-called "Ghana Month" in March?"Ghana Month" refers to the month of March, which holds special significance in Ghana's history.
It is a period dedicated to commemorating Ghana's independence, which was declared on March 6, 1957.During this month, various events, ceremonies, and activities are organized across the country to celebrate Ghana's cultural heritage, diversity, and achievements.
Additionally, "Ghana Month" serves as an opportunity for reflection on the nation's journey towards pan-Africanism.Happy Ghana Month to our project partners in the Ashanti region.
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