Africa stands on the precipice of a healthcare catastrophe.
The shortage of medical professionals is reaching a critical point, threatening to unravel years of progress and leaving millions vulnerable.
This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a crisis that reverberates through communities, leaving hospitals understaffed, clinics shuttered, and families desperate.
Unmasking the Crisis
The numbers paint a grim picture. The World Health Organization (WHO) forecasts a staggering shortfall of tens of millions healthcare workers globally by 2030, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) bearing the brunt of this crisis.
Sub-Saharan Africa, a region grappling with 25% of the world’s disease burden, is particularly vulnerable, possessing a mere 3% of the global health workforce.
This stark imbalance has far-reaching consequences.
Millions of Africans face limited access to essential healthcare services, while existing healthcare professionals are stretched thin, battling overwhelming workloads and burnout.
The result is a tragic reality: mothers dying in childbirth due to the absence of skilled midwives, children succumbing to preventable illnesses, and chronic conditions spiraling out of control.
The WHO’s estimate of millions healthcare worker deficit in Africa underscores the urgency of this crisis.
To help solve this, Zaideh global is working with governments in Africa to design a digital health transformation strategy – to accelerate the development of accessible, affordable and sustainable health solutions.