By Shire Abdi - Reporter
ACCRA, Ghana (Dawan) –Somalia’s Health Minister Ali Hajji Adan attended the 20th African Union Health Summit in Accra, Ghana, focused on strengthening Africa’s healthcare systems, officials said.
The summit brought together AU leaders, African heads of state, and international organizations to address primary healthcare delivery, maternal and child mortality, HIV/AIDS, epidemic response, and universal access to essential services.
Dr. Adan emphasized Somalia’s commitment to expanding primary healthcare services, strengthening health facilities, training personnel, integrating digital health systems, and improving emergency preparedness.
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“Coverage of primary healthcare in Somalia has risen from around 42% in 2020 to over 65% in 2025. National immunization coverage is nearly 70%, with new life-saving vaccines introduced and disease monitoring systems significantly improved,” he said.
The minister affirmed Somalia’s support for the Accra Declaration and the AU vision for resilient health systems, calling on African nations to enhance cooperation, domestic investment, and collective action to ensure equitable, sustainable health outcomes.
Dr. Adan also highlighted achievements in cold chain expansion, vaccine distribution, and capacity-building for healthcare workers. He concluded by urging strengthened international and regional collaboration to deliver quality, equitable, and resilient healthcare across the continent.