This report, among others, provides a review beyond the conventional health sector public expenditure reviews by:
- Analysing the trends in the sources of funding for the health sector from 2009 to 2018 with a focus on Primary Health Care (PHC) services.
- Analysing the effectiveness and efficiency of expenditure at the PHC level.
- Analysing the trends in policy formulation, health outcomes and financing of the sector, including the implications of fiscal decentralization on investment in HRH and administration of health facilities.
- Performing a comparative analysis of the performance of the health budget relative to those of neighbouring peer countries and the SSA region based on agreed international benchmarks.
It is envisaged that the analysis and insights from this report will inform future policy formulation, planning and budgeting in the health sector.
Read the full report below…
Related Articles
Taxation and Business Development in Zanzibar: Insights from a Business Survey
The private sector is a critical driver of economic growth in Tanzania. The government has expressed a strong commitment to fostering a vibrant business environment while ensuring sufficient public resources for economic development. However, balancing taxation and business growth remains a challenge. This report presents findings from a survey of businesspeople in Zanzibar, examining their […]
Enhancing Food Security among Smallholders through Climate-Smart Agriculture in Tanzanian Arid Regions
Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) has been proposed as an approach to mitigate some of the threats emanating from climatic changes and guide agriculture management in the era of climate change. This study aimed to (a) assess the CSA practices and technologies and their impacts on household food security among smallholders in Tanzania’s arid and semi-arid agroecological […]
Assessing Small – Scale Fisher’s Use of Traditional Knowledge for Climate Adaptation in Southern Coastal Areas
The study aimed to assess small-scale fishers’ use of traditional knowledge for climate adaptation in Lindi and Mtwara regions located in the Southern Coastal areas of Tanzania. The study used a qualitative research approach wherein in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and observation were used to collect data. Climate change affects fishing activities since rainfall is […]
Evaluating Indigenous Knowledge in Reducing Tomato PHL in Morogoro Region: Case Studies from Mvomero and Morogoro Districts
Tomatoes are one of the most widely consumed vegetables in sub-Saharan Africa, valued for their essential vitamins and minerals. This study assessed the effectiveness of Indigenous Handling Practices (IHP) in reducing post-harvest losses (PHL) in the tomato subsector. Specifically, it examined indigenous handling methods, growers’ perceptions, and factors influencing the adoption of these practices. READ […]