The Global Health Advocacy Incubator has released a new podcast episode, documenting domestic immunization financing efforts in Nigeria, Madagascar, Côte d’Ivoire, and Kenya.
-- The Washington-based nonprofit has added new episodes to its podcast series, spotlighting policy efforts to sustain national immunization programs in Africa and Asia as international donor funding declines.
More details can be found at https://www.advocacyincubator.org/one-shot-long-life
Titled "One Shot, Long Life!," the series examines how governments and civil society groups are closing vaccine financing gaps in countries facing severe resource shortfalls. Episodes feature interviews with advocates, policymakers, and health experts on practical approaches to sustaining immunization programs once donor assistance ends.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every $1 invested in immunization yields $52 in savings in low- and middle-income countries. Despite this high return on investment, many governments struggle to secure domestic funding as global support winds down.
Nigeria faces a $200 million annual shortfall in vaccine financing while seeking to reach more than 2.2 million zero-dose children. In Madagascar, domestic sources account for only 0.14% of the national immunization budget, and Côte d'Ivoire covers just 14.35% of its program through domestic funding. Kenya's recent vaccine stockouts, which affected 12 counties, underscore the urgency of sustainable financing as the country nears its 2029 transition from Gavi support.
Case studies featured in the series include municipal initiatives led by female mayors in Madagascar and parliamentary advocacy in the wake of global health forums. Episodes are released in English and French to reach wider audiences and provide examples for civil society organizations working to secure long-term investment in public health.
About Global Health Advocacy Incubator
The Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI), based in Washington, D.C., partners with civil society organizations to advance health policy through evidence-based advocacy. Established as an initiative of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, GHAI has supported policy victories affecting more than four billion people across 32 countries over the past decade. The organization provides technical assistance to strengthen local advocacy capacity and drive reforms with lasting public health impact.
The "One Shot, Long Life!" podcast reflects GHAI's ongoing efforts to share replicable policy strategies with countries seeking to safeguard immunization programs as donor support diminishes.
To access available episodes, visit https://www.advocacyincubator.org/one-shot-long-life
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