ArticleMalaria journal2012
Did the first Global Fund grant (2003-2006) contribute to malaria control and health system strengthening in Timor-Leste?
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- Evidence-based malaria control in Timor Leste from 2006 to 2012.Malaria journal · 2015Review
- Health technology assessments as a mechanism for increased value for money: recommendations to the Global Fund.Globalization and health · 2013Article
- Changing the malaria treatment protocol policy in Timor-Leste: an examination of context, process, and actors' involvement.Health research policy and systems · 2013Article
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Abstract
backgroundIn 2003, Timor-Leste successfully obtained its first Global Fund grant for a three-year programme for malaria control. The grant aimed to reduce malaria-related morbidity and mortality by 30 % by the end of the implementation.
methodsA mixed-methods approach was used to assess the impact of the grant implementation. Fifty-eight in-depth interviews, eight group interviews, 16 focus group discussions, and on-site observations were used. Morbidity data reported to the Ministry of Health were also examined to assess trends.
resultsThe National Malaria Programme with funding support from the Global Fund grant and other development partners contributed considerably to strengthening malaria control and the general health system. It also brought direct and indirect benefits to pregnant women and to the community at large. However, it failed to achieve the stated objective of reducing malaria morbidity and mortality by 30 %. The implementation was hampered by inadequate human resources, the rigidity of Global Fund rules, weak project management and coordination, and inadequate support from external stakeholders.
conclusionDespite limitations, the grant was implemented until the agreed closing date. Considerable contributions to malaria control, health system, and the community have been made and the malaria programme was sustained.
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