States called to bridge gaps as World Bank support ends for 101 facilities

States called to bridge gaps as World Bank support ends for 101 facilities

The Ministry of Health has urged state authorities to mobilize local resources, strengthen oversight, and guarantee the safety of health workers following the withdrawal of World Bank support from 101 health facilities across South Sudan. The support was provided under the Health Sector Transformation Project (HSTP) 2024–2027, which seeks to transition the country’s health system from emergency response to a sustainable service delivery model. S…

South Sudan scales down health services in over 100 facilities after funding cuts - Radio Tamazuj

South Sudan’s Ministry of Health on Tuesday announced a scale-down of services in more than 100 health facilities nationwide following major reductions in donor funding for the Health Sector Transformation Project (HSTP), a flagship reform initiative originally budgeted at $400 million. Speaking at a press conference in Juba, Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial said support under the HSTP will be withdrawn from 101 health facilities, while six hosp…