Ubora Institute

Ubora Institute Ubora Institute is a Pan African not-for-profit health institute with our operational base in Accra.

We’re kicking off 2025 by reaffirming Ubora’s unwavering commitment to strengthening health systems and saving lives!As ...
08/01/2025

We’re kicking off 2025 by reaffirming Ubora’s unwavering commitment to strengthening health systems and saving lives!

As a proud participant in the 4th National Quality of Care Collaborative Conference, held from November 11–13, 2024, at the Sierra Leone National Conference Center in Freetown, Ubora contributed to advancing the theme "Strengthening Health Systems: A Quality Approach to Saving Mothers, Newborns, and Children." This impactful event brought together health professionals and stakeholders to drive evidence-based quality improvement (QI) initiatives.

Playing a crucial role in the overall success of the program, Ubora:
✅ Supported pre-conference preparations for poster and presentation sessions.
✅ Delivered a presentation on the Model for Improvement, equipping participants with actionable strategies.
✅ Facilitated discussions during breakout and plenary sessions, fostering collaboration and innovation.
✅ Provided tools for tracking and reporting outcomes during the conference.
This conference reinforced our resolve to make meaningful contributions to improving health systems globally.

As we step boldly into 2025, Ubora remains steadfast in its mission to build healthier communities through collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based solutions. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

A heartfelt thank you to all participants and partners who contributed to the success of this event. Here’s to a year filled with new opportunities, impactful partnerships, and transformative progress!

As we wrap up the year, we celebrate the incredible milestones we've achieved together. Your unwavering support has been...
25/12/2024

As we wrap up the year, we celebrate the incredible milestones we've achieved together. Your unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our success, and we look forward to even greater strides in the year ahead.

Here’s to a Christmas filled with love, peace, and new opportunities!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Ubora!💃🎊🎉

🌟Day 2: Another Incredible Milestone in the GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session!Day 2 of the GHP Nursing...
11/12/2024

🌟Day 2: Another Incredible Milestone in the GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session!

Day 2 of the GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session has successfully concluded virtually, celebrating impactful presentations by fellows from Uganda, Tanzania, and Bangladesh.

The session began with an insightful overview from Mr. Jonas Akpakli, Senior Advisor at Ubora Institute, and Ms. Megan Jones, Programmes Coordinator at Global Health Partnerships.

Additionally, Mr. Jonas Akpakli, along with fellow renowned QI experts—Madam Salomey Dery Akparibo and Dr. Eric Boadu (all from Ubora)—and Prof. Augustine Ndaimani, Acting Chair, Center of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Global Health Equity, assessed the fellows’ projects and provided invaluable feedback.

🌟Day 2 Highlights:
✅ Fellows presented their transformative QI projects, showcasing their leadership in healthcare innovation.
✅ Renowned QI experts from Ubora and partner organizations offered constructive feedback, fostering growth and refinement of the fellows’ initiatives.
✅ A dynamic virtual space of shared learning and collaboration strengthened connections and encouraged knowledge exchange among participants.

Tomorrow, 12th December, marks the final day of this transformative 3-day program. The Graduation Ceremony will honour the fellows’ remarkable achievements, with the top project being assessed and rewarded.

Stay tuned for updates on this momentous occasion as we celebrate the excellence and dedication of these incredible healthcare leaders!

The first day of the GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session has come to a successful close! ✨Day 1 Highligh...
10/12/2024

The first day of the GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session has come to a successful close!

✨Day 1 Highlights:
✅ 9 exceptional presentations by fellows from Ghana and Somaliland, sharing innovative and groundbreaking Quality Improvement (QI) projects that are transforming healthcare in their communities.
✅ Constructive feedback from renowned QI experts from Ubora Institute, UGHE, and GHP, offering valuable insights to enhance the projects.
✅ Dynamic shared learning, where fellows and participants exchanged ideas, experiences, and strategies to drive impactful health solutions.

✨Day 2 kicks off tomorrow, 11th December, with fellows from Uganda, Tanzania, and Bangladesh presenting their exciting projects.

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the brilliance and leadership of nurses and midwives shaping the future of global healthcare! 🌍✨

📢 LIVE NOW: GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session! 🌍✨We’re excited to bring you live updates from the Glob...
10/12/2024

📢 LIVE NOW: GHP Nursing Fellowship Learning and Sharing Session! 🌍✨

We’re excited to bring you live updates from the Global Health Partnerships Nursing Fellowship, in partnership with the Nursing Now Challenge and Ubora Institute, happening today, 10th December 2024!

This inspiring session highlights:
✅ Innovative Quality Improvement (QI) projects presented by fellows from Ghana and Somaliland, showcasing their impactful work in healthcare transformation.
✅ Opportunities for feedback from global QI experts and leaders from Ubora Institute, UGHE, and GHP, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
✅ Engaging peer-to-peer learning as fellows share insights and learn from their colleagues' experiences and projects.

Let’s celebrate these dedicated healthcare leaders and their commitment to advancing global health! 🌟

Follow along for more updates and insights!

29/11/2024

Ubora Institute, in collaboration with the Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) and with funding from Accelerator, Results for Development (R4D), successfully organized a 3-day training session from November 13–15, 2024, at the Ubora Conference Room, East Legon.

This impactful training equipped eight HeFRA staff, including regional IT personnel, with the skills to independently upload and manage health facility tools and standards on a digitized platform. This initiative marks a significant step toward enhancing sustainability and efficiency in HeFRA’s regulatory processes, improving oversight of health facilities across Ghana.

🌟 The Digital Platform: Transforming Health Facility Inspections
Designed to modernize health facility inspection processes, this innovative mobile and web-based platform offers:
✅ Online & Offline Data Collection: Flexibility for assessors.
✅ Data Analysis & Reporting: Generating detailed insights.
✅ Dashboard Visualizations: Identifying performance gaps and offering actionable recommendations.
Since its launch in 2023, the platform has streamlined HeFRA’s nationwide inspections, ensuring quality and compliance across over 40 harmonized tools and standards.

💡 Collaboration for Lasting Impact
Ubora Institute’s continued technical support to HeFRA demonstrates its commitment to strengthening health systems and fostering long-term solutions. By addressing challenges encountered during the nationwide deployment of this digital tool, the collaboration sets a benchmark for regulatory efficiency and sustainable health systems.

Together, Ubora Institute, HeFRA and R4D (Accelerator) are paving the way for a future where every health facility in Ghana delivers safe, high-quality care to every patient.

25/11/2024

🎥 Reliving the Impactful Moments: District Shared Learning Session in Bo, Sierra Leone

Ubora Institute, a USAID Momentum partner, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health Quality Management Unit of Sierra Leone, hosted a transformative 6-day District Shared Learning Session at Dohars Hotel, Bo, from September 16th to 22nd.

The session brought together health facilities from Pujehune, Port Loko, and Bo Districts, divided into two groups, with each participating for three days to ensure effective learning and engagement.

Key Highlights:
🌟 Progress Review: Health facilities shared their progress in improving Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) processes and outcomes, receiving valuable feedback from the Ubora team from Ghana.

🌟 Skill Building: Participants enhanced their knowledge and skills in advancing their Quality Improvement (QI) projects.

🌟 Collaboration and Innovation: The event fostered shared learning, collaboration, and the exchange of best practices across districts.

This session was a truly promising and impactful initiative, poised to drive significant improvements in MNCH services and outcomes.

📽️ Watch the highlights in this video compilation and be inspired by the dedication and teamwork that made this event a success!

31/10/2024

Ubora Institute and the Ghana Health Service conducted a successful one-day Evidence Translation Advisors (ETA) Training on October 24, 2024, at Ellking Hotel, Accra. This training, a key milestone in Ghana's Network of Practice (NoP) Implementation strategy, was designed to equip ETAs with essential skills to facilitate evidence translation in their respective regions, a critical move to Ghana’s NoP nationwide scale-up.

The Network of Practice is an initiative by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to improve health service delivery through the Primary Health Care (PHS) system, especially at the sub-district and community level. It is a key feature of Ghana’s UHC Roadmap, aimed at repositioning Primary Health Care as smart, inclusive care for all, regardless of socio-economic status. An Evidence Translation Advisor (ETA) is a Ghana Health Service officer designated to lead the NoP Evidence Translation process within a region. Technical support for this role is provided by Ubora Institute.

The ETA training convened GHS Regional Directors, Deputy Directors for Clinical Care (DDCCs) and Public Health (DDPHs) from the Bono, Volta, and Northern regions. Also, in attendance from GHS National was Dr. Andrews Ayim, Director of Policy, who led representatives from the Policy, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation directorate (PPMED). Dr. John Williams, the Principal Investigator for the NoP Implementation Research Group at Dodowa Health Research Centre, Dr. John Williams was also present.

Ubora Institute’s Senior Advisors – Dr. Nicholas Tweneboa and Mr. Jonas Akpakli, Ireneous Dasoberi (Technical Advisor), Musah Ali (Programme coordinator), and Bright Gemegah (Project Analyst) facilitated sessions on the evidence translation process, equipping participants with the technical knowledge and skills needed to become effective ETAs. Dr. Ayim highlighted the importance of evidence translation in strengthening the NoP model, a key element in Ghana’s progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

Throughout the session, participants actively engaged in discussions on curating evidence, prioritizing healthcare challenges, and applying analytical tools for root cause analysis. Additionally, the ETAs collectively emphasized the value of a participatory approach to support continuous improvement in healthcare delivery and policy adaptation within their regions.

This training marks a critical step toward enhancing the NoP model as Ghana strives to improve healthcare access, efficiency, and outcomes.





As October comes to a close, we reflect on Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the vital role breastfeeding plays in preve...
28/10/2024

As October comes to a close, we reflect on Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the vital role breastfeeding plays in prevention.

Research shows that women who breastfeed have a lower risk of developing breast cancer later in life. By prioritizing breastfeeding, we not only support the health of infants but also empower mothers to take proactive steps for their well-being.

In line with this year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme, "Closing the Gap," we emphasize the need for workplace support that enables breastfeeding. Providing lactation rooms, flexible schedules, and other accommodations is essential in helping mothers continue breastfeeding while managing work responsibilities. These initiatives lead to healthier outcomes for both mothers and their children.

Let’s continue to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding and advocate for supportive policies that protect the health of future generations.

Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer!

Image credit: UNICEF UK

The Breastfeeding Awareness Launch, themed “Closing the Gap – Breastfeeding Support for All,” organized by the Food and ...
18/10/2024

The Breastfeeding Awareness Launch, themed “Closing the Gap – Breastfeeding Support for All,” organized by the Food and Drugs Authority Ghana (FDA), brought together key stakeholders, including UNICEF Ghana and other partners, to advocate for inclusive breastfeeding support for mothers and families. This event was particularly meaningful for Ubora Institute, as it aligns closely with our ongoing efforts to implement the Breastmilk for Life Project.

Key highlights from the event included:
1. Reinforcement of LI 1667, a legislative instrument protecting breastfeeding, enacted in 2000 and revisited during the official launch of Breastfeeding Awareness Month last year.
2. The launch of a new QR code to report violations of this legislation.
3. Discussions centered on the importance of workplace accommodations for breastfeeding mothers and community support for families.

Our participation in this event reinforces our commitment to addressing the operationalization gap in breastfeeding policies through the Breastmilk for Life Project, which aims to improve breastfeeding rates and support families across diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Let’s join the movement and support breastfeeding for a healthier future!

The 6-day district Quality Improvement shared learning session in Sierra Leone,  has successfully wrapped up! Health fac...
25/09/2024

The 6-day district Quality Improvement shared learning session in Sierra Leone, has successfully wrapped up! Health facilities from Pujehune, Port Loko, and Bo Districts delivered exceptional presentations, with strong participation and collaboration throughout the event. Interactive icebreakers kept the energy high, fostering deep engagement and connection between participants.

The delivery from the presentations was outstanding, and the feedback from the Ubora team in Ghana helped enhance the learning experience. Overall, it was an absolute learning experience, equipping participants with the QI skills and strategies needed to drive improvements in MNCH and FP processes in Sierra Leone.

This event is a key milestone in improving maternal, newborn, and child health outcomes in Sierra Leone. Exciting progress ahead!

Ubora Institute, a USAID Momentum partner, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health Quality Management Unit of Sierr...
20/09/2024

Ubora Institute, a USAID Momentum partner, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health Quality Management Unit of Sierra Leone, is currently partaking in a 6-day district shared learning session at Dohars Hotel, Bo.

The event, which started on September 16th, 2024, and will continue until September 22nd, 2024 brings together health facilities from Pujehune, Port Loko, and Bo Districts. Facilities are divided into two sets, with each participating for three days to ensure effective learning and engagement.

The goal of the session is to review the progress of health facilities in improving MNCH (Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health) processes and outcomes and to implement necessary adaptations for improvement.

Participants also have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills to advance their QI(Quality Improvement) projects. Health facilities presented their projects and received feedback from the Ubora team from Ghana.

A truly promising and impactful event, this session is poised to drive significant improvements in MNCH processes, fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices across districts.

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Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
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