The World Bank has approved a $150 million IDA credit to support the continuity of essential health and education services in Mali, addressing the country’s recent climate, security, and economic challenges. The Emergency Access to Essential Services Project will fund the operational costs of national and regional health facilities, provide essential vaccines and medicines, and offer free care for women of reproductive age and children under five. The project will also strengthen the capacity of health personnel to respond to health risks linked to climate change.
In the education sector, the initiative will cover the full school cycle, providing teaching materials, school grants for vulnerable students, and organizing national examinations to ensure continuity of learning. By maintaining access to these essential services, the project contributes to the World Bank Group’s jobs agenda by safeguarding human capital for future workforce productivity.
The project is expected to benefit 2.3 million people, including 1.4 million women and 391,395 children under five, by improving access to health services. In education, approximately 1.1 million students will receive support for enrollment and access to national examinations, promoting learning continuity and skills development.
Implementation will be coordinated with other development partners through extensive consultations and dedicated coordination mechanisms to ensure harmonized and effective delivery of services.
