A USAID-funded activity ensured doctors were trained, laboratories functional, and health information systems responsive. As a result of the abrupt termination of this USAID activity, these capacities are at risk.

Date: 10/25

Region: Africa

Country: Benin

Topic: Health

Policy Lens: Global Health Security

Additional Context: The USAID Benin Health Systems Strengthening Activity / Projet de Renforcement des Système de Santé (PReSS) was implemented by MSH. The five-year project worked in close partnership with the Government of Benin to: bolster human resources for health, increase data-driven decision-making, advocate for private sector investments, strengthen leadership, management, accountability, and governance within health systems, and expand universal health coverage.

Source: MSH