On Friday, September 25, 2026, Tunisia's Health Minister, Mustafa Al-Ferjani, held a meeting with Ahmadou Mustafa Ndiaye, Regional Director for the World Bank's Maghreb and Malta region. The meeting focused on digital health, the "One Health" approach, the pharmaceutical industry, and biotechnology. Minister Al-Ferjani emphasized the need to accelerate healthcare project implementation, ensure comprehensive coverage, and guarantee equitable access to treatment.
During the meeting, Minister Al-Ferjani highlighted the importance of converting projects into tangible results that serve the path of healthcare system reform and embody President Kais Saied's vision of achieving health justice. The Minister stressed the need for enhanced coordination and follow-up. According to a statement released by the Ministry, the meeting was attended by officials from the Ministry.
World Bank Regional Director, Ahmadou Mustafa Ndiaye, expressed the bank's readiness to continue supporting Tunisia's healthcare priorities as a key partner in the next phase. The Director emphasized the bank's commitment to accompanying Tunisia in its healthcare endeavors. Earlier on Friday, Ndiaye met with Tunisia's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research to review cooperation projects and programs between Tunisia and the World Bank in higher education and scientific research.
On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Ndiaye also met with Tunisia's Minister of Finance to discuss cooperation and partnership opportunities. These meetings demonstrate the World Bank's interest in supporting Tunisia's development priorities across various sectors. The bank's engagement in Tunisia reflects its commitment to fostering sustainable development and growth in the region.
The meeting between Minister Al-Ferjani and Director Ndiaye comes at a crucial time when Tunisia is seeking to strengthen its healthcare system and improve healthcare outcomes for its citizens. The country's efforts to enhance its healthcare sector align with the World Bank's goals of promoting sustainable development and reducing poverty.
Tunisia's healthcare sector faces challenges related to resource allocation, infrastructure, and access to quality healthcare services. The government's efforts to address these challenges and improve healthcare delivery are critical to achieving its development objectives. International partnerships, such as the one with the World Bank, play a vital role in supporting Tunisia's healthcare sector.
The discussion on digital health and pharmaceutical industry support highlights the importance of innovative solutions in addressing healthcare challenges. By leveraging technology and investing in the pharmaceutical industry, Tunisia aims to improve healthcare outcomes and increase access to essential medicines.
Key points
- Minister Al-Ferjani emphasized the need to accelerate healthcare project implementation and ensure comprehensive coverage.
- The World Bank expressed its readiness to continue supporting Tunisia's healthcare priorities.
- The meeting discussed digital health, pharmaceutical industry support, and healthcare project implementation.
