Exactly one week ago, we celebrated Universal Health Coverage Day. In this opinion piece, I share my thoughts on how the lessons learnt from the COVID-19 response can support the journey towards universal health coverage #UHC #AfricansforAfrica

Road to #UHC: African leaders must build on lessons from COVID-19 to achieve Universal Health Coverage

I have worked in medical procurement for three years and one of the main complaint of national authorities was donations. It is not new it is just visible now! Imagine receiving 6 months shelf-live health products when you already done your planning. It is also totally avoidable

What Public Health Insurance Agencies Can Learn from Private Health Insurance Firms apj.hkspublications.org/what-lessons-c…

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We are offering a reward of $10,000 for any information leading to her whereabouts. #findkenni

The MoHS Weekly Activity Bulletin summarises key activities, including meetings, of the preceding week carried out by the Offices of the Minister and Chief Medical Officer, Directorates, Programmes, and Agencies of the Ministry. Austin Demby Dr Ketch mohs.gov.sl/download/43/pu…

In Health Systems & Reform Journal, Elizabeth Ekirapa-Kiracho, Aloysius Ssennyonjo, @Cashin_Cheryl, Agnes Gatome-Munyua, Nkechi Olalere and Richard Ssempala explore #StrategicHealthPurchasing in Uganda and its relation to #UHC. ▶️ bit.ly/3arz0I7 #ChangingTheConversation Strategic Purchasing Africa Resource Center

In Health Systems & Reform, Elizabeth Ekirapa-Kiracho, ALOYSIUS SSENNYONJO, @cashin_cheryl, Agnes Gatome-Munyua, Dr Ketch, and ssempala Richard analyze key #StrategicHealthPurchasing functions in #Uganda and #UHC. tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10… #ChangingTheConversation

.CHAI is hiring a Health Informatics Associate to work on data collection, analysis & utilisation as part of efforts towards malaria & NTDs elimination. The candidate will be based in l Accra, Ghana, or other African countries. 🔗bit.ly/3KWZsqK

Last week was a whirlwind of activity, but it was also incredibly rewarding. I facilitated The GFF's CLP workshop session in Lusaka, Zambia, and had the pleasure of meeting the one and only Aunty Oby Ezekwesili. She graciously agreed to take a picture with me. linkedin.com/posts/dr-nkech…

Parliament of Sierra Leone has officially approved the reappointment of Austin Demby as Minister of Health. This is a result of astute leadership, bold ambitions and measurable gains made in the health sector. MoH remains firmly committed to providing quality patient care for all

Following my nomination as Minister of Health, I was interviewed on Friday by the Parliamentary Committee on Appointments. Very rigorous questioning. Today, I was confirmed by all members present in the well of Parliament. Thank you ⁦⁦Barram⁩ We move for SaLone.

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As 2023 comes to a close, I reflect on a year that, despite meticulous planning, took unexpected turns and taught me invaluable lessons. Here's a glimpse into my journey: linkedin.com/posts/dr-nkech…

As 2023 comes to a close, I reflect on a year that, despite meticulous planning, took unexpected turns and taught me invaluable lessons. Here's a glimpse into my journey: linkedin.com/posts/dr-nkech…

A person-centred, integrated approach to primary health care is the cornerstone of #UHC & one which has at its centre #MyHealthMyRight. On #WorldHealthDay, watch Austin Demby, Sierra Leone's 🇸🇱 Minister of Health, on how this approach is implemented in the country 👇🏿

Sign up for #MoH & #MoECC on the sidelines of UNGA 2024 titled "Building Climate-Resilient Health Systems: Lessons from 🇸🇱 & Global Perspectives" on September 25th, 8:00-10:00am, UN Building, Conference room 5. To attend, please register online at: ungaguide.com/events/buildin…