(Sanniquellie, Nimba County, April 21, 2025)—In a bid to enhance public-private collaboration and ensure sustainable healthcare delivery, the Nimba County Health Team (NCHT) has engaged with private healthcare stakeholders in the county.
According to the County Health Officer (CHO), Dr. Ponnie Robertlee Dolo, the meeting aimed at strengthening resource mobilization and resource sharing between the public and private sectors while aligning efforts with the Ministry of Health’s national agenda.
The engagement was a strategic platform to foster inclusive participation in Liberia’s healthcare delivery system, particularly as the country faces decreasing international donor support.
Dr. Dolo emphasized the importance of robust information sharing and aligning health priorities with the Ministry of Health’s core objectives. He noted that cooperation between government and private facilities is critical in tackling pressing health issues. “Our efforts must be harmonized if we are to effectively address our challenges,” Dr. Dolo said, referencing the significant role private institutions play in Liberia’s broader health system.
He underscored the need for constant dialogue and technical cooperation to ensure that no facility operates in isolation.
A key highlight of the engagement was a renewed focus on combating maternal and newborn mortality, which continues to be a major concern in Liberia. Dr. Dolo praised private healthcare providers for their essential contributions toward reducing maternal deaths and encouraged them to continue prioritizing maternal and newborn services.
“Private facilities remain a vital part of our strategy to reduce maternal and neonatal deaths. Strengthening collaboration in this area is non-negotiable,” he stated.
The CHO also reiterated the importance of maintaining optimal sanitation and hygiene across all health facilities, especially in privately owned institutions.
He urged compliance with the government’s AREAST agenda, which promotes improved sanitation and environmental health across the country.
Dr. Dolo cautioned that sanitation is a non-negotiable indicator for quality service delivery and must