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Public Financial Management (PFM) Archives - P4H Network
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Bad news about National Health Insurance in South Africa
Bad news about National Health Insurance in South Africa
South Africa

Government spending on healthcare in South Africa has decreased significantly in recent years, with the National Health Insurance (NHI) plans facing challenges due to prioritization of debt servicing over essential services. In recent years, government spending on...

Smart spending to combat global health threats

Global public goods for health, including prevention, preparedness, and response (PPR) measures, are vital for safeguarding populations against future health threats. Yet the scale of investment in these areas remains inadequate and uneven, especially across income...

Budget execution in health : from bottlenecks to solutions (English)

The World Bank report Budget Execution in Health: From Bottlenecks to Solutions explores challenges in health budget execution and offers practical solutions for policymakers. It examines financial management trends, policy responses, and a structured approach to...

Effective execution of the health budget in Cochabamba is desired
Effective execution of the health budget in Cochabamba is desired
Bolivia (Plurinational State of)

The public treasury budget for the health sector in Cochabamba has been determined. In previous years, part of the budget for the single health system was not executed. For this reason, the authorities suggest that, in 2025, this challenge should be overcome with...

PhilHealth Zero Subsidy: Reflection of Government Neglect
PhilHealth Zero Subsidy: Reflection of Government Neglect
Philippines

The decision to completely cut the government subsidy for PhilHealth has sparked criticism, as the agency faces scrutiny over its significant reserve funds while many Filipinos struggle with rising healthcare costs. With the subsidy elimination, PhilHealth will rely...

Does Provider Autonomy Work Well in Tanzania?
Rwanda

The study examines primary care facility autonomy in executing Direct Facility Financing (DFF) in Tanzania. While facilities possess financial management knowledge and some autonomy, challenges like fund disbursement delays and procurement complexities hinder...