Primary health care (PHC), with community health at its core, forms the frontline of Africa’s health systems, yet financing remains dangerously low. Many governments spend less than US $8 per person annually, far below WHO’s recommended minimum. For years, external assistance helped fill these gaps, but aid to Africa has fallen 70% from 2021 to 2025 , putting frontline services at risk.
This CPHIA 2025 side event explores how Africa can secure sustainable PHC financing through innovative pathways—raising domestic resources, protecting PHC budgets, and improving spending efficiency. Featuring insights from Kenya, Zambia, Senegal, and Sierra Leone, the session will highlight practical solutions to strengthen resilience and advance universal health coverage.