The National Health Insurance Fund of Sudan wrapped up a workshop on October 3, 2026, at the Grand Hotel in Khartoum, to evaluate its medical services package. The event was attended by key officials, including Finance Minister Dr. Jibril Ibrahim, Minister of Human Resources and Social Care Ma'tasim Ahmed Saleh, and the Fund's General Manager, Dr. Farouk Nur Al-Daim. The workshop aimed to assess the current package and identify areas for improvement.
The medical services package, according to Dr. Farabi Ibrahim Mustafa, Manager of the Additional Medical Services Package, was launched with the opening of its main office. The workshop brought together stakeholders, including beneficiaries, service providers, coordinators, experts, and actuaries to discuss and gather feedback on the package. The discussions focused on several key areas, including service delivery at hospitals and pharmacies.
Challenges facing service delivery, rising costs, and payment mechanisms through claims were also addressed during the workshop. Participants shared their insights and expertise to inform strategic recommendations for the package. Dr. Farabi highlighted that a comprehensive report on the package's history and current status was presented, along with recommendations to convert the evaluation outcomes into actionable plans.
The workshop's conclusions are expected to inform the development of a practical program to enhance the medical services package. According to Dr. Farabi, the event marked the culmination of a series of evaluation workshops held across Sudan's states, involving state governments, participating institutions, and service providers. The National Health Insurance Fund's management expressed its commitment to implementing the recommendations.
The National Health Insurance Fund's efforts aim to improve healthcare services for Sudanese citizens. By refining its medical services package, the Fund seeks to address the needs of beneficiaries and service providers. The workshop's outcomes are expected to contribute to the ongoing development of Sudan's healthcare sector.
Minister of Finance Dr. Jibril Ibrahim and other officials emphasized the importance of collaboration and coordination among stakeholders to achieve the desired improvements in healthcare delivery. The National Health Insurance Fund's initiatives are expected to have a positive impact on the country's healthcare landscape.
The evaluation and refinement of the medical services package are part of the National Health Insurance Fund's ongoing efforts to enhance its services. The Fund's management expressed its commitment to implementing the recommendations and ensuring that the package meets the needs of Sudanese citizens.
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- The National Health Insurance Fund of Sudan concludes a workshop to evaluate and refine its medical services package, aiming to improve healthcare delivery.
