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The discussion comes as Tanzania pursues the goals outlined in the National Development Vision 2050, which seeks to transform the country into a middle-income economy
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s ambition to build a modern and efficient healthcare system will depend heavily on stronger collaboration between the government and the private sector, health experts and policymakers have said.
Speaking during a high-level stakeholders’ symposium at the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (Muhas) over the weekend, participants argued that the growing demand for quality healthcare can no longer be met through public funding alone.
The meeting brought together government officials, healthcare providers, investors and industry experts to discuss strategies for expanding public-private partnerships (PPPs) in the sector.
