CES Health workshop ends with calls for stronger investment in healthcare
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By Correspondent
Central Equatoria State Minister of Health, Hon. Joyce Bakwa Agole, has officially closed a state-level workshop held to disseminate the Boma Health Initiative (BHI) Strategy, a key policy framework aimed at strengthening community-based healthcare delivery across the state.
Organised by the State Ministry of Health in partnership with health sector stakeholders, the event brought together health professionals, government officials from both national and state levels, and technical experts to review and align with the new strategy.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. James Wani, Director General at the State Ministry of Health, urged Boma Health Workers to remain dedicated to their vital role, despite operational and logistical challenges. He emphasised the importance of close coordination with County Medical Directors and the use of established communication channels to resolve issues promptly and improve services at the grassroots level.
The workshop was officially opened by the Minister of Gender, Child and Social Welfare, Hon. Elizabeth Pita, representing the Health Minister. She praised development partners for their consistent support to the health sector, noting that their contribution remains critical in complementing government efforts to expand and enhance healthcare access across the state.
In her closing remarks, Hon. Joyce Bakwa Agole expressed gratitude to the National Ministry of Health for providing leadership and strategic guidance in developing the Boma Health Initiative. She also commended partners and technical teams whose expertise and input helped shape the document.
“This strategy is not just a policy document; it is a roadmap for bringing essential health services closer to our communities, especially those living in hard-to-reach areas,” the Minister stated.
The initiative is designed to make basic healthcare more accessible, strengthen local health systems, and ensure that even remote populations receive timely and quality medical attention as part of broader efforts to build a resilient and inclusive health sector in Central Equatoria State.
