EQUINET carries out research, reviews and analysis to stimulate and support debate on current issues across its theme areas. The publications from this work are produced as discussion papers and are found here.
Equinet discussion papers
The most recent publications are displayed below.
Discussion Paper 57: Removal of user fees at Primary Health Care facilities in Zambia: A study of the effects on utilisation and quality of care
Masiye, F; Chitah, BM; Chanda, P; Simeo, F; Department of Economics, University of Zambia (2008 March)
Themes:
Resource allocation and health financing
Country
Zambia
URL: Dis57FINchitah.pdf
Discussion paper 55: Migration of health workers in Kenya: The impact on health service delivery
Mwaniki, DL; Dulo, CO; Mustang Management Consultants; International Organization for Migration; East, Central and Southern African Health Community (2008 April)
Themes:
Human resources for health
Country
Kenya
URL: Diss55KenyaHRMig.pdf
EQUINET PRA report 8: Promoting partnership between Communities and Frontline Health Workers: Strengthening Community Health Committees in South Africa
Community Development Unit, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (2008 January)
Themes:
Governance and participation in health
Country
South Africa
URL: CDU_PRArep_Final.pdf
Discussion paper 56: National Health Financing in Zimbabwe 2005: Contribution of the National AIDS Levy to National Health Care Support
Mpofu, A; Nyahoda, P; National AIDS Council of Zimbabwe (2008 March)
Themes:
Resource allocation and health financing
Country
Zimbabwe
URL: DIS54finMpofu.pdf
An assessment of the Zimbabwe government strategy for retention of health professionals
Chimbari, MJ; Madhina, D; Nyamangara, F; Mtandwa, H; Damba, V (2008)
Themes:
Human resources for health
Country
Zimbabwe