Japanese Journal of Medical Science(JJMS)

National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Federal Ministry of Health & Human Services (FMoHHS), Somalia

Publications

• Research Article   
  Health System Transformation in Somalia: An Analysis of Justice, Sustainability, and Resilience in a Fragile State
  Author(s): Abdulrazaq Yusuf Ahmed*
  
  Background: Health systems in fragile and conflict-affected states (FCAS) like Somalia face uniquely compounded pressures requiring transformative approaches that prioritize equity and long-term viability. The legacy of prolonged conflict, weak governance, pervasive socio-economic disparities, and acute climate vulnerability present formidable obstacles to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of Somalia’s evolving health system through the critical, interconnected lenses of health justice and sustainability. Methods: A qualitative synthesis methodology was employed, involving in-depth analysis of core Somali policy documents (Health Sector Strategic Plan III 2022-2026; Somali Health and Demographic Survey 2020; Somalia Facts & Figures 2022), specialized reports addressing climate c.. Read More»
  

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