KPMG Reinforces Commitment to Strengthen Innovative Health Financing,  Digital Transformation in Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, August 14, 2025 (ENA) -- KPMG, a leading global professional services firm, reinforced its commitment to strengthening healthcare in Ethiopia while proposing innovative health financing and digital transformation strategies.  

The delegation of KPMG International, led by Global Head of Healthcare, Dr. Anna van Poucke, conferred with Ethiopia’s State Minister of Finance, Semereta Sewasew.

The meeting aims to address critical challenges and propose innovative solutions for the country's healthcare sector.

On this occasion, Semereta expressed significant concerns about the healthcare sector's financial sustainability in the country, particularly given global changes and a history of heavy reliance on donor support.

 

It was also noted that Ethiopia’s Ministry of Finance is actively seeking "innovative tools" and "alternative funding sources" to maintain and advance healthcare programs, especially community health initiatives.

Dr. Anna van Poucke proposed several solutions to support these efforts, including exploring alternative financing mechanisms, such as debt swaps, engaging the private sector, and adopting innovative funding strategies to diversify revenue streams.

Additionally, the delegation emphasized the importance of digital transformation by leveraging digital technologies, AI, and telehealth solutions to enhance monitoring, diagnostics, and healthcare accessibility, especially in remote areas.

This includes supporting the implementation of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and establishing national data platforms to improve data management and service delivery.

 

KPMG highlighted the need for capacity building through developing programs focused on micro-credentialing and training community health workers at the grassroots level, aiming to increase system capacity and provide culturally appropriate, cost-effective care.

Recognizing the urgent need for a clear health financing strategy in Ethiopia, KPMG proposed organizing a workshop to bring together key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health leadership.

This initiative aims to align on a roadmap for sustainable healthcare financing, drawing on global and regional experiences.

The firm also emphasized its ability to help governments tap into emerging funding opportunities, such as those related to climate and health, by framing initiatives in ways that resonate with funders.

KPMG also announced plans to establish an official office in Ethiopia within the next six months, aiming to integrate global expertise with local needs.