Submission ID 118264
| Issue/Objective | Rwanda has proactively aligned its HIV response with the ambitious UNAIDS "95-95-95" targets, showcasing a strong national commitment underscored by substantial investments and strategic partnerships. This study critically assesses the effectiveness of Rwanda's HIV funding models, documents pivotal achievements, and explores pathways for sustainable future directions. The significance of this analysis lies in its potential to inform robust strategies that can sustain and amplify Rwanda's progress towards the 2030 UNAIDS targets, particularly amidst financial uncertainties and the critical need for equitable healthcare delivery. |
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| Methodology/Approach | This analysis encompasses a comprehensive review of Rwanda's collaborative efforts in its HIV response, engaging governmental bodies, international donors, and health sector partners. The methodology involves a thorough assessment of programmatic data and strategic partnerships, capturing developments up to the fiscal year 2022/2023. This temporal framework sets a benchmark for evaluating the progress made and aids in planning future strategic directions. |
| Results | The program has achieved significant expansion in access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and has innovated in case finding strategies, notably evidenced by the PEPFAR-supported treatment of over 108,700 people living with HIV (PLHIV) and the "Lift Up" initiative aimed at enhancing case detection among children. However, the program faces ongoing challenges such as maintaining sustainable financing, ensuring equitable service delivery across both urban and rural settings, and reinforcing governance structures to support the sustainability of these health initiatives. |
| Discussion/Conclusion | The findings emphasize the pivotal role of governance in managing complex health responses and highlight the necessity for innovative financing strategies to bolster program resilience. The analysis affirms the critical need for adaptive policies that support sustainable health financing and robust governance frameworks. It advocates for the wider application of proven models and strategies to enhance service delivery and stakeholder engagement. Conclusively, this discussion aligns with the conference theme by illustrating how Rwanda's HIV response adeptly navigates governance, financing, collaboration, and trust. The abstract stresses the essentiality of sustained commitment and adaptive strategies among global health stakeholders to continue making strides in public health achievements. |
| Presenters and affiliations | Olivier Ngenzi Wane CIIC-HIN Felix Kitema CIIC-HIN Absolomon Gashaija CIIC-HIN Kelly Mwiza CIIC-HIN |
