The government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that every investment from the Global Fund delivers measurable improvements in healthcare services while accelerating the country’s journey towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under the Taifa Care programme.
Speaking during a meeting with a Global Fund delegation, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga said Kenya remains focused on strengthening its health systems to ensure that donor-supported programmes translate into better health outcomes for citizens.
The meeting brought together officials from the Ministry of Health and a Global Fund team led by Senior Portfolio Manager Paul MacCarrick to assess the implementation of Grant Cycle 7 and discuss preparations for Kenya’s upcoming Grant Cycle 8 Funding Request.
According to Dr. Oluga, the review focused on evaluating progress made in the fight against HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria, while identifying priority areas for future investments.
He said the Government is committed to ensuring that Global Fund resources are utilized efficiently to strengthen health service delivery, improve accountability and build a more resilient healthcare system.
“Every Global Fund investment must deliver measurable health impact, strengthen national health systems and advance Universal Health Coverage through Taifa Care,” Dr. Oluga said.
The Principal Secretary outlined several priority areas that will guide Kenya’s Grant Cycle 8 funding proposal.
These include strengthening the Social Health Authority (SHA) to support the implementation of Taifa Care, accelerating the adoption of digital health technologies, enhancing the security and availability of essential medical commodities, and investing in resilient health systems capable of responding to emerging health challenges.
Dr. Oluga also emphasized the government’s intention to leverage artificial intelligence to improve healthcare planning and service delivery, promote local manufacturing of health products and medical supplies, and develop adaptive leadership within the health sector to ensure long-term sustainability.
He noted that these investments will help Kenya maintain progress in combating HIV, tuberculosis and malaria while improving preparedness for future public health emergencies.
The meeting forms part of ongoing consultations between the Government and development partners as Kenya prepares its next funding request to the Global Fund, one of the country’s largest financiers of programmes targeting HIV, TB and malaria.
Officials expressed optimism that the next funding cycle will further strengthen Kenya’s healthcare system, improve access to quality medical services and support the country’s goal of achieving equitable and affordable healthcare for all citizens through the Taifa Care programme.
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