Private Sector Partnership in Health - PSPH

Private Sector Partnership in Health - PSPH For more information on partnerships and collaboration, email us at info@psphsomalia.com.

Partnering with private healthcare facilities in Somalia and Somaliland, using the Market Systems Development (MSD) approach, to break down barriers to medical care and improve accessibility, affordability, and effectiveness for all. The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation’s Private Sector Partnerships in Health (PSPH) programme, implemented by DT Global, pioneers the Market Systems Devel

opment (MSD) approach in the health sector to enhance access to quality, affordable healthcare for all Somali citizens, including marginalized groups. Operating across Somalia and Somaliland, DT Global is collaborating with the Somali Research and Development Institute (SORDI) and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) to develop pro-poor healthcare financing mechanisms and strengthen private sector health service delivery. As the world’s only MSD health programme and Somalia’s sole donor-funded initiative engaging commercial private providers, PSPH delivers technical assistance and drives innovation without grants. With a lean team, PSPH has successfully launched dozens of interventions, supported providers serving over 853,000 patients, introduced Somalia’s first affordable health insurance products, and trained over 500 healthcare professionals in hospital management and business skills.

PSPH recently organised a clinical training session for members of the Caafinet network, facilitated by an experienced a...
08/05/2026

PSPH recently organised a clinical training session for members of the Caafinet network, facilitated by an experienced anaesthesiologist from our partner, the Somali Medical Association (SMA).

The session brought together 27 healthcare professionals (16 women and 11 men), demonstrating strong engagement and commitment to continuous learning.

The training focused on the practical management of acute pain to strengthen participants’ clinical knowledge and enhance their skills in evidence-based pain assessment and management within healthcare settings.

Highly interactive in nature, the session encouraged active participation through question-and-answer segments and practical, case-based discussions. The training was completed and received very positive feedback from participants, reflecting its relevance and impact on clinical practice.




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Yesterday, our team delivered a hospital management training session for partner health facilities in Mogadishu, bringin...
08/05/2026

Yesterday, our team delivered a hospital management training session for partner health facilities in Mogadishu, bringing together around 25 participants drawn from 12 partner facilities across the city, including newly onboarded ones.

We focused on strengthening core management competencies, including operational efficiency, financial management and cost control, quality of service delivery, and overall facility sustainability. These are critical aspects in healthcare management.

Designed to be highly interactive, this training combined practical case discussions, group exercises, and peer learning, enabling facilities to share experiences and align on good practices. Peer-to-peer learning was also used to assess and simulate situations for management action.

This is a reflection of the Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi-funded PSPH’s continued commitment to building resilient, well-managed health systems through targeted, practical capacity-building.



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Our team in Hargeisa, together with our partner, Somaliland Family Health Association SOFHA, continued to expand access ...
07/05/2026

Our team in Hargeisa, together with our partner, Somaliland Family Health Association SOFHA, continued to expand access to maternal healthcare through the newly launched 𝐔𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐤𝐡𝐞𝐲𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞, an affordable maternity cover designed to support women throughout their motherhood journey.

During a recent outreach in 31-ka May District on the outskirts of Hargeisa, 68 women participated in health education and women’s wellness discussions, with 23 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭.

The engagement revealed strong interest in routine pregnancy care among younger women, alongside growing demand for age-responsive healthcare packages addressing postmenopausal health, diabetes, hypertension, and lifestyle support.

A healthier future for women begins with accessible, responsive care.



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Access to maternal healthcare should never depend on the ability to pay. That’s why working with Amal Ahmed-led Somalila...
04/05/2026

Access to maternal healthcare should never depend on the ability to pay. That’s why working with Amal Ahmed-led Somaliland Family Health Association SOFHA staff, with support from the PSPH’s Intervention Managers and Health Financing teams, developed 𝐔𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐫, an alternative health financing product designed to make maternal health services more affordable and accessible.

𝐔𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐫 offers two packages: Antenatal Care (ANC) and ANC plus delivery, including referral support for high‑risk cases and previous caesarean sections.

Following a successful three‑week pilot, the product is now rolling out through community launch events. At the second launch, held in Hargeisa, we engaged over 50 women, mostly of reproductive age, through health education, dialogue, and product promotion.

While younger women expressed strong interest in routine pregnancy care, older women highlighted unmet needs, from menopausal support to weight management and chronic disease care.

As such, closing gaps in maternal health requires age‑responsive, women‑centred financing solutions, which we are happy to conceptualise across Somalia.

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On April 27, 2026, Kaafi Hospital in Somalia concluded the second phase of a PSPH‑supported training programme aimed at ...
28/04/2026

On April 27, 2026, Kaafi Hospital in Somalia concluded the second phase of a PSPH‑supported training programme aimed at strengthening patient‑centred care. This intervention demonstrates how incremental investments in service quality can drive wider systemic change in fragile health systems.

The training brought together 29 staff members (21 women and 8 men) from across hospital departments and focused on practical skills often overlooked in resource‑constrained settings, including 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲 in patient interactions, and consistent 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬.

The hospital leadership underscored that improving patient experience is not merely a matter of courtesy but a prerequisite for rebuilding trust in healthcare institutions, increasing service uptake, and improving health outcomes.

In contexts such as Somalia, where health systems remain under strain from various issues, including underinvestment, such capacity‑building initiatives play a catalytic role. By embedding patient‑centred practices into everyday service delivery, hospitals can begin to shift organisational culture, laying the groundwork for more resilient, accountable, and people‑focused health systems.



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23/04/2026

Tomorrow, we are coming together to make 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭 $15 in Somaliland's Burao and its environs.

The Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi-funded PSPH project, with Siraaj hospital burao, is launching the 𝐀𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐠𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐲𝐨 𝐊𝐚𝐚𝐛𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞, an affordable insurance solution supporting mothers from antenatal care to emergency services, making safe motherhood more accessible and financially secure.

We’re inviting partners, donors, and all maternal health champions to the official launch of this initiative that demonstrates how simple, scalable financing can transform care and outcomes in underserved communities.

📍 Burao, Somaliland.
📅 Friday, April 24, 2026.

Join us in advancing safer pregnancies and healthier futures.



DT Global | Swiss TPH | Somali Research and Development Institute

Last evening, we supported our partner, Al Assima Hospital, with a training session on patient-centered care, a key pill...
23/04/2026

Last evening, we supported our partner, Al Assima Hospital, with a training session on patient-centered care, a key pillar of the PSPH Project and a step toward redefining how care is experienced.

Our Intervention Managers in Mogadishu, Omar Nur and Dr. Jamal Hussein, explored the fundamentals of Customer Care that shape patient journeys, including the enhancement of clear communication, the practice of genuine empathy, and consistent delivery of high service standards.

A total of 37 staff members took part, representing a diverse cross-section of departments. Notably, women made up the majority with 23 participants (alongside 14 men), highlighting a forward-thinking, strategic commitment to inclusive leadership in healthcare delivery.

We are happy to share that Al Casima Hospital Management reaffirmed its dedication to translating these insights into daily practice, where it matters most, at the bedside, in conversations, and in the moments that define trust.

Our continued collaboration with Al Casima Hospital reflects the core values of the Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi-funded PSPH Project, that is, sustainable partnerships, strengthened systems, and care that puts people first.



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Last Tuesday, our Intervention Managers, Omar Nur and Dr. Jamal Hussein, delivered a hands-on Customer Care Training at ...
22/04/2026

Last Tuesday, our Intervention Managers, Omar Nur and Dr. Jamal Hussein, delivered a hands-on Customer Care Training at Dr.Sumait Hospitals in Mogadishu, engaging 25 staff members (12 women, 13 men).

Designed as a highly participatory session, the training drew directly from staff members' real service delivery scenarios, turning everyday experiences into powerful learning moments.

This session focused on strengthening frontline excellence in customer service, patient satisfaction, client retention, and professional communication. More importantly, the staff learned to translate quality care into lasting trust, loyalty, and institutional growth.

The Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi-funded PSPH project, in addition to analysing market challenges, helps our partners raise standards and build more responsive healthcare systems.



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