The Journey towards Universal Health Coverage in Cameroon: Forging a Path to Equitable Health Care Access for All

In April 2023, the Government of Cameroon launched its Universal Health Coverage (UHC) program to ensure access to health services while reducing health-related out-of-pocket expenses. The UHC program marks a critical step in helping vulnerable populations, including people living with HIV, access affordable, quality health care. Whereas previously only antiretrovirals and HIV treatment had been free, Cameroonians can now access a range of key health-care services at public health facilities for free. This document provides an overview of Cameroon’s journey towards achieving UHC and the support provided by MSH, through the USAID RISE project, to achieve key milestones in the journey toward UHC.