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UNIVERSAL HEALTH INSURANCE: TRANSFORMING TANZANIA'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
|June 2024
Tanzania, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, is now setting a new precedent in the healthcare sector.
The country's recent introduction of the Universal Health Insurance (UHI) Bill is a significant step towards achieving universal health coverage. The UHI Bill, tabled before Parliament in September 2022, was unanimously passed by the Tanzanian National Assembly on November 1, 2023.
The enactment of the UHI Bill by President Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan marks a significant milestone in Tanzania's healthcare journey. This legislation aims to provide health insurance for all Tanzanian citizens, with special provisions for financing healthcare for the poor.
The UHI Bill proposes a mandatory requirement for every individual to register with the health insurance system. Employers are now required to register their employees for health insurance within 30 days of employment commencement. The bill also stipulates the removal of exemptions previously granted in healthcare, compelling every Tanzanian to enrol in a health insurance scheme.
UHI Bill is not just legislation; it is a beacon of hope. It envisages an autonomous fund to cover health insurance costs for the underprivileged, thereby reducing the burden of the cost of medical care. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 set by the United Nations, which emphasizes achieving universal health access by 2030. SDG-3 advocates for "Universal Health Coverage," promoting comprehensive health services across all care levels without imposing financial hardships.Tanzania's journey toward improved healthcare outcomes has seen significant milestones, including a reduction in HIV and AIDS-related deaths. Yet, the road ahead remains challenging. High maternal and child mortality rates, limited access to health services due to financial barriers, and the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are stark realities that the UHI Bill aims to address.
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