27/04/2026
Looking back at Day 2 of PHSC, there was an engaging session titled “The Role of the Private Health Sector in Advancing Universal Health Coverage(UHC): Quality Care, Innovation and Inclusive Access.”
The conversation opened with Dr. Heri Marwa, who emphasized that Universal Health Coverage must go beyond access—it must guarantee quality care for all.
As the session unfolded, Mr. Tumaniel Macha shared practical insights on health insurance, highlighting its critical role in protecting low-income populations from financial hardship while improving access to essential services.
Dr. David Mwenesano shed light on the efforts of NHIF to expand affordable healthcare coverage, while Dr. Harold Adamson offered a candid perspective on the challenges within private health insurance.
Overall, this discussion highlighted that achieving UHC requires collaboration, a fair environment, and shared commitment to quality, inclusive care.