Yaoundé, Cameroon – July 17, 2026 – The Nkafu Policy Institute, an affiliate of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation, has concluded a series of Operational Working Group (OWG) sessions aimed at charting a comprehensive roadmap for health insurance reform in Cameroon. Held on July 16, 2026, at the Mansel Hotel in Yaoundé, these sessions were pivotal in addressing the challenges and opportunities within the country’s health insurance sector.
The OWG sessions, which gathered researchers, health experts, and various stakeholders, were marked by discussions emphasizing the need for robust inter — ministerial collaboration and health financing reforms. Dr. Julienne Mesumbe, Deputy Director of the Health Division at the Nkafu Policy Institute, highlighted the importance of these reforms in expanding private health insurance and accelerating the achievement of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Cameroon.
One of the focal points of the dialogues was the need for improved governance and regulation of private health insurance.
The current system’s inability to provide comprehensive coverage for all citizens was a central concern.
Additionally, the discussions underscored the necessity of ensuring health workers’access to insurance coverage and enhancing healthcare financing for the elderly.
The Nkafu Policy Institute’s roadmap is expected to offer policymakers a practical guide for enhancing the country’s healthcare system. It is anticipated to include recommendations on governance and regulation of private health insurance, as well as strategies for broadening coverage for healthcare workers and the elderly.
The roadmap’s emphasis on inter-ministerial collaboration and complementary health financing reforms is seen as a crucial step towards achieving UHC. While the specifics of the proposed reforms have yet to be disclosed, the roadmap is poised to be a cornerstone in shaping Cameroon’s healthcare landscape.
The Nkafu Policy Institute’s commitment to evidence-based policy recommendations is a key factor in its efforts to improve healthcare quality and accessibility for all citizens.
As Cameroon progresses with its health insurance reform, the roadmap stands as a beacon for a more inclusive and sustainable healthcare system.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: Panafricanvisions
Source: Pan African Visions
