Breaking News: ECSA-HC Secures 7-Year World Bank Project for Health Emergency Preparedness

In a monumental stride towards regional health resilience, ECSA-HC proudly announces its victory in securing a groundbreaking 7-year project from the esteemed World Bank. Brace yourselves for the AFE Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience program, a game-changer in fortifying health systems across Eastern and Southern Africa.

🌐 Regional Empowerment: Unleashing a Multiphase Programmatic Approach

The AFE program is not just a project; it’s a dynamic, multiphase programmatic approach tailored to elevate health preparedness and resilience in the entire region. This strategic initiative channels the World Bank’s unwavering support, ensuring that each participating country and organization can join the movement at their own pace, aligning with their unique priorities and readiness levels.

Flexible Entry Points: Your Country, Your Choice

Flexibility takes center stage as countries and organizations have the liberty to choose when and how they become part of this groundbreaking initiative. The project acknowledges and respects the diverse interests and perspectives of each participant, fostering a collaborative spirit that transcends borders.

Embarking on the Journey: Initial Implementations in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sao Tome and Principe

The inaugural phase of this transformative journey will witness the direct implementation of the project in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sao Tome and Principe. As these nations take the lead, subsequent phases will seamlessly incorporate more countries from the Eastern and Southern Africa region, amplifying the impact across borders.

Strategic Alignment: Enhancing Preparedness, Quality, and Resilience

The project’s initiation aligns seamlessly with national objectives, echoing Pillar 2 of Kenya’s CPF (FY23-FY28), focusing on increasing national preparedness for shocks. Simultaneously, it harmonizes with Ethiopia’s CPF (FY18-22) and Sao Tome and Principe’s CPF (FY14-18, extended due to COVID-19), emphasizing quality health services, resilience building, and reducing vulnerability.

Building Resilience: A Collective Endeavor

The AFE program, mirroring Sao Tome and Principe’s Systematic Country Diagnostic drafted in September 2021, underscores the priority of increasing system resilience. By strengthening human capital, enhancing institutional capacity, and reducing vulnerability, this initiative ensures the realization of the population’s productive capacities

ECSA-HC and World Bank: Pioneering Health Excellence

In a world where health emergencies know no borders, ECSA-HC, in collaboration with the World Bank, is pioneering excellence in health emergency preparedness and response. Together, we’re not just addressing challenges; we’re creating a legacy of resilience, inclusiveness, and unwavering health fortitude for the entire Eastern and Southern Africa region.

Join the Movement: Your Country, Your Health, Our Future!