American investment in Sierra Leone’s health sector has delivered millions of essential medical supplies while strengthening the country’s capacity to manage health emergencies and contain public health threats.
Since 2018, the United States-funded Global Health Supply Chain Program–Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) has supported the delivery of 11.1 million malaria test kits and 5.7 million insecticide-treated bed nets across Sierra Leone.
The programme has also facilitated the distribution of 5.1 million HIV-related supplies and 400,000 COVID-19 treatment supplies, contributing significantly to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of major diseases.
Beyond providing medical commodities, GHSC-PSM has trained 790 people to strengthen Sierra Leone’s capacity to manage its health supply chain. The training has helped improve local expertise in forecasting, procurement, storage and the distribution of essential health products.
The initiative is scheduled to close in September 2026 after eight years of operations. Its interventions are expected to leave Sierra Leone with a stronger and more self-reliant health supply system capable of responding effectively to emerging public health challenges.
The programme’s achievements demonstrate the importance of the longstanding partnership between the United States and Sierra Leone in improving public health and strengthening health security.
By supporting Sierra Leone to detect, manage and contain health threats before they spread, the initiative has contributed to making both countries safer.
