Summary:
The meeting began with an overview of the agenda and action points, highlighting the successful completion of the cluster coordination performance monitoring by all partners, which will serve as a baseline for future evaluations. The cluster coordinator addressed critical issues raised by NGOs regarding medication storage and patient fees, noting ongoing discussions with the Ministry of Health and a forthcoming meeting with his excellency the minister. Updates were provided on focal points for consultations and upcoming training for information management officers, emphasizing efforts to enhance data reporting and security access.
The health cluster's objectives for 2025 were outlined, aiming to assist 9.4 million individuals with a budget of approx. $260 million, which may be adjusted based on advocacy efforts. The importance of data-driven reporting, particularly concerning internally displaced persons and host communities, was highlighted. Discussions included the need for coordination among stakeholders and a focus on severity four and five localities for funding. The meeting also addressed the importance of accurate reporting of organizational achievements, with a shift towards documenting these in bulletins rather than cluster meetings.
Daraja focal point presented the Daraja Sudan Emergency Weather and Climate Warning Service, aimed at enhancing community preparedness through early weather information. The project, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, emphasizes collaboration in its co-design process.
The meeting concluded with discussions on maternal health trends, the establishment of a CMR task force, and the importance of thorough reporting to donors, with a reminder for participants to maintain communication and check for updates.
Action point from previous meeting:
- Khartoum state partners’ issue of medication storage, patient fees and referral raised and discussed with FMOH.
Discussion ongoing
- Finalized the list of PSEAH focal points.
- Postponed the IMO training until Jan2025.
- Finalized third step of CCPM exercise.
- SHARE project Finalized a negotiation minute to next step.
- The assessment carried out by EMT is still ongoing.