Paper reviews European and African health financing efforts and recommends quality investments aligned with local needs to achieve universal health coverage.
The document explores the current landscape of health financing efforts in Europe and Africa, focusing on achieving universal health coverage (UHC) and enhancing social health protection. It underscores the critical need to move beyond simply increasing funding to ensuring that investments are of high quality and aligned with local health priorities. The discussion highlights challenges such as conflicts, health crises, and budget constraints that impede effective health system financing, despite growing health needs.
European countries, through their collective efforts and influence in multilateral forums, play a pivotal role in global health governance and resource mobilisation. The paper recommends strategies to optimise these contributions, emphasising coherence, coordination, and the inclusion of civil society in health financing strategies. Looking ahead, leveraging European capabilities effectively can enhance partnerships with Africa, maximizing the impact of health investments and supporting sustainable health systems development in both regions.