WASHINGTON, January 24, 2025 – Burkina Faso’s healthcare infrastructure is set to receive a substantial boost following the approval of new financing from the World Bank. The International Development Association (IDA)* has committed a credit of €142 million (equivalent to US$150 million), complemented by a US$17 million grant from the Global Financing Facility (GFF). This combined funding package is dedicated to the Project for Strengthening the Performance and Resilience of the Health System (PRPRSS).
This crucial initiative is designed to enhance disease surveillance capabilities and improve the utilization of essential health and nutrition services across the nation. While its reach is country-wide, the project places a specific emphasis on addressing the needs of adolescents, women, and children under five years old. Furthermore, it will prioritize support for internally displaced persons and communities facing limited access to vital healthcare provisions.
“Human development is fundamental for social inclusion and remains a top priority for the World Bank. This project is poised to bolster the government’s efforts in building resilience and effectively managing current challenges within the health sector. It also complements the recently approved Human Capital Protection Project, a US$100.4 million endeavor aimed at improving the delivery of basic social services,” stated Hamoud Abdel Wedoud Kamil, the World Bank Resident Representative for Burkina Faso.
The project aligns strategically with the World Bank’s West and Central Africa regional approach, which seeks to reinforce the social contract by strengthening key institutions responsible for delivering fundamental social services.
“Ensuring access to healthcare for women, adolescents, and children represents one of the most invaluable investments governments can make to propel countries toward development and prosperity. The GFF is proud to support the government of Burkina Faso in establishing an effective and resilient health system, guaranteeing healthcare access for these target populations, even in the most fragile regions,” highlighted Luc Laviolette, Head of the GFF Secretariat.
“This project is incredibly timely, as it will contribute significantly to strengthening the country’s capacity for health emergency preparedness and response, while simultaneously elevating the quality and uptake of health and nutrition services. It also extends the World Bank’s ongoing support for various reforms undertaken by the Ministry of Health to enhance governance, equity, and sustainable financing within the health sector,” explained Moussa Dieng, World Bank Health Portfolio Manager.
