The Government of Angola, in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and the World Health Organization (WHO), has conducted a three-day workshop in Luanda to strengthen warehouse management and digital health logistics for medical supplies as part of the national cholera response. The training, held from 30 March to 1 April, brought together 40 government technicians from multiple sectors, including health, energy, water, and fisheries, reflecting a coordinated multisectoral approach to improving emergency health logistics.
The initiative aimed to enhance coordination and operational efficiency in the delivery of essential medical supplies, ensuring that medicines, vaccines, and other critical commodities reach affected communities in a timely and reliable manner. Participants also acknowledged the Government of Angola’s leadership, particularly the Ministry of Health, in managing the cholera response and prioritizing the protection of vulnerable populations.
Implemented with Katyavala Bwila University, the programme forms part of a wider WFP-led project funded by the Mastercard Foundation, which supports government efforts through procurement of nutritional supplements, capacity building for health workers, and strengthened logistics services. These efforts are designed to maintain continuity of essential health services during public health emergencies.
Officials emphasized that managing medical supply chains during crises requires strong coordination, reliable digital systems, and effective logistics practices. WFP representatives highlighted the importance of strengthening systems from warehouse management to cold chain and traceability to ensure safe and timely delivery of life-saving commodities.
The workshop builds on earlier support provided by WFP on behalf of WHO, including the delivery of essential health supplies in 2025. By improving technical skills and logistics management practices, the training is expected to enhance efficiency, compliance, and the overall integrity of the health supply chain across Angola.
WHO also underscored that strong supply chains are central to effective emergency response, noting that the partnership with WFP and the Government of Angola helps reinforce national systems and improve service delivery to vulnerable communities. Participants from central and provincial levels contributed to knowledge sharing, helping strengthen coordination and promote best practices nationwide.
Officials involved in the training reported improved understanding of supply chain systems, data use, and innovative logistics tools to support better decision-making in the field. The initiative also highlights the importance of collaboration between government, international partners, and other stakeholders in building resilient public health systems.
WHO and WFP reaffirmed their commitment to continuing support for Angola’s health system strengthening efforts, aiming to improve preparedness, resilience, and access to essential health services for all communities.
