The Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation (NFTI) recently participated in a four-day technical training organized by the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) and supported by the Kaduna state government. As an implementing partner of the Kaduna State Contributory Health Management Authority (KADCHMA), NFTI joined other stakeholders in building capacity to advance universal health coverage (UHC) and strengthen state health insurance agencies.
The training focused on foundational knowledge of health financing, emphasizing principles of effectiveness, efficiency, and equity in healthcare delivery. Participants gained insights into the institutional and legal frameworks governing State Social Health Insurance Agencies (SHIAs), operational structures, and strategic purchasing mechanisms. These lessons were designed to fill important gaps in the 2022 Organizational Capacity Assessment (OCA), such as the need for long-term funding, organized provider management, and effective claims processes.
A key highlight was the session on resource mobilization, where public and private funding mechanisms were discussed, alongside strategies for risk pooling to ensure equitable healthcare access. Strategic purchasing and claims management were extensively reviewed to guide the development of cost-effective healthcare packages and mitigate financial risks. Attendees also learned about leveraging ICT solutions to enhance operational efficiency and ensure transparent monitoring and evaluation of health schemes.
This initiative aligns with the NHIA 2022 framework to decentralize health insurance and accelerate progress toward UHC by equipping SHIAs to deliver equitable and sustainable healthcare services across Nigeria.
The training culminated in developing actionable plans for KADCHMA to refine its technical and operational processes, with NFTI committed to creating performance indicators for better insights into the schemes’ operations.
