📋 Tender Overview
The World Bank has approved an additional $35 million in financing from the International Development Association (IDA)* to enhance the quality and utilization of essential health services and support the national public health preparedness system in The Gambia. The Board previously approved $84.5 million to the Gambia Essential Health Services Strengthening Project.
The additional financing will support the completion of the ongoing construction of health facilities, the implementation of the national health insurance scheme, and the interoperability of the electronic civil registration and vital statistics system with the information systems of other sectors.
“This third additional financing will scale up and advance the quality of essential health services in The Gambia. It underscores our commitment to continuously improve healthcare access and quality for all,” said Franklin Mutahakana, World Bank Group Resident Representative.
“This additional funding is vital to the Government,” said Task Team Leader, Teegwende Valerie Porgo. “The renovation and equipment of the Bwiam General Hospital and Brikama Ba Health Center will enhance service delivery in the rural areas."
