VP Juldeh Jalloh Reaffirms Commitment to Universal Health Coverage

Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has said that the government remains firmly committed to strengthening Sierra Leone’s health system, following what he described as a “productive meeting” with teams from the World Health Organization and the World Bank.

“I reaffirmed our commitment to universal health coverage, sustainable financing, and advancing the Health Financing Act through inter-ministerial coordination,” the Vice President said, noting that reform efforts are being pursued despite ongoing fiscal pressures.

Sierra Leone continues to rely on strong development partnerships as it works to improve access to quality healthcare, reduce out-of-pocket spending, and ensure long-term financing for essential services.

VP Juldeh Jalloh acknowledged the role of international partners in supporting these reforms, stating, “I am grateful for these partnerships that continue to support Sierra Leone in driving health sector reform in these fiscally constrained environments,” a reference to the country’s post-pandemic recovery challenges and broader economic headwinds affecting public spending.