The disclosure was made on January 31, 2024, during the launch of the Health Sector Strategic Plan (HSSP V), a five-year initiative designed to strengthen Rwanda's healthcare system.
At the core of this plan is the expansion of the medical workforce through the "4×4" program, which seeks to increase the number of doctors from one to at least four per 1,000 people.
Introduced in July 2023, the initiative aims to have 58,582 doctors in the country by 2028, aligning Rwanda with international healthcare standards while ensuring favorable working conditions for medical professionals.
The government is also prioritizing medical infrastructure, with plans to construct ten new hospitals and 23 health centers across the country.
Additionally, 30% of existing facilities will be upgraded, and the Kigali Health City project will be developed in Masaka to enhance specialized care.
Improving healthcare quality remains a key focus, with efforts to ensure that all treatable diseases can be managed locally.
Special attention will be given to maternal and child health, alongside the treatment of non-communicable diseases.
The country is also taking proactive steps to strengthen its ability to respond to pandemics, integrating artificial intelligence and weather data analysis to enhance epidemic detection and preparedness.
Investment in medical research, technology, and the development of vaccine and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries will further position Rwanda as a hub for healthcare innovation.
These efforts are expected to bring significant improvements by 2029. Maternal mortality is projected to decline from 105 to 60 per 100,000 live births.
Medical infrastructure will be accessible to the entire population, up from 70% in 2023, and health insurance coverage will reach 100%, up from the current 85%.
Additionally, domestic sources will contribute 60% of healthcare funding, an increase from 45% in 2023.
According to Dr. Butera Yvan, the State Minister in the Ministry of Health, Rwanda has already made significant strides in combating diseases and improving maternal and child health.
The country has now set an ambitious goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2027, reinforcing its commitment to advancing healthcare and ensuring a healthier future for all citizens.
IGIHE
Source : https://en.igihe.com/health/article/inside-rwanda-s-five-year-health-sector-strategic-plan
