WHO São Tomé and Principe Biennial Report 2024–2025

The WHO São Tomé and Principe Biennial 2025 highlights significant progress made by the small island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe in fortifying its health system. This is achieved through a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO), and various development partners. Over the two-year period, numerous reforms were implemented to bolster health governance, primary health care, health financing, and the country's readiness for and response to public health emergencies.

Among the major achievements, São Tomé and Príncipe adopted its first-ever National Health Financing Strategy, running from 2025 to 2032. The country also witnessed vaccination coverage surpassing the 95% mark. District health management was strengthened, marking a substantial improvement in healthcare delivery. Furthermore, significant strides were taken towards the eradication of lymphatic filariasis, a parasitic disease.

These accomplishments underscore a steadfast dedication to advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and fostering a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable health system in São Tomé and Príncipe. The complete report can be accessed in the provided PDF document.