“If we have data, let’s look at data. If all we have are opinions, let’s go with mine.” I was recently reminded of this famous quote by Jim Barksdale, the […]
Réflexions de juillet 2021
En réfléchissant à la première moitié de l’année et aux diverses discussions nationales auxquelles le SPARC a participé, je me rends compte que certaines des priorités clés auxquelles les pays […]
July 2021 Reflections
As I reflect on the first half of the year and various country discussions that SPARC has been involved in, I find that some of the key priorities that countries […]
A Visit for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) Nigeria on a Study Tour of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) in Kenya
Strategic Purchasing African Resource Centre (SPARC) hosted a delegation of general managers from Nigeria’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for a three-day study tour to share experience on how the […]
The Mismanagement of the COVID-19 Funds in Cameroon and the Necessity for Reforms Towards More Transparency and Accountability
Transparency and accountability in the management of public resources are the foundation of good governance. Ensuring that public funds are well managed has always been a central concern of citizens. […]
Designing a Benefits Package that Enhances Effective and Efficient Resource Allocation During Pandemics: Key Considerations
Determining the benefits package- the set of services or interventions purchased is one of the three key strategic purchasing decisions. Pandemics such as COVID-19 pose a major challenge due to […]
La Lutte Contre La Covid-19 Au Cameroun : Analyse Des Actions D’achat Strategique Liees A La Reponse A La Pandemie
Gislaine Takoguen et Isidore Sieleunou Research for Development International, Yaoundé, Cameroun La pandémie de COVID-19 a été déclarée Urgence de Santé Publique de Portée Internationale (USPPI) par l’Organisation Mondiale de […]
Key Messages from the July FORCE Community Webinar: Coaching Approach for Country Engagement in Burkina Faso
Background The July FORCE community webinar explored the coaching approach through the lens of the Burkina Faso country engagement process. The coach from our engagement in Burkina Faso, Dr Jean-Paul […]
August 2021 Message
“If we have data, let’s look at data. If all we have are opinions, let’s go with mine.” I was recently reminded of this famous quote by Jim Barksdale, the […]
July 2021 Message
As I reflect on the first half of the year and various country discussions that SPARC has been involved in, I find that some of the key priorities that countries […]