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Community‐Based Health Insurance and Universal Health Coverage in Africa: A Commentary

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Community-based health insurance (CBHI) has been shown to improve access to essential health services, including maternal and child care, in low- and middle-income countries. However, its implementation across Africa remains limited. This commentary examines the role of CBHI in advancing universal health coverage in Africa, identifies barriers to its wider adoption, and proposes strategies to overcome them.

Source: Public Health Challenges

DOI: 10.1002/puh2.70234

Authors: Abraham Fessehaye Sium, Malede Birara, Meseret Olana Jeldu, Don Eliseo Lucero‐Prisno

Institutions: St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College, Bukidnon State University, Cebu Normal University, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Faculty of Public Health

Language: English

Topic: Healthcare Systems and Reforms

Subfield: Finance

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities, Partnerships for the goals

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,650