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IFC's Work in Health

Our investments and advisory services foster best practices in healthcare and life sciences, promote the deployment of innovative technologies, and advance quality care. IFC also supports enhanced models of public-private collaboration to improve access and delivery of care

In a world where health disparities are a significant concern, the private sector plays a crucial role and is expected to continue bridging the gap in global healthcare delivery. IFC has been supporting the health sectors of developing countries for over 25 years through investments and advisory programs. The aim is to strengthen the private sector’s ability to help countries meet challenges facing global health. These challenges include addressing the demand-supply gap, which is worsened by underinvestment, the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, and the increased risks posed by pandemics and climate change.

IFC's Impact since 1999:

  • 100 + no. of countries with IFC clients
  • 220+ medical facilities trained for quality improvement

At a Glance

IFC has invested more than $9 billion in private health, to strengthen the private sector’s contribution to affordable quality health services in developing countries.

Current committed portfolio: $3.6 billion.

Areas of Focus

Aligning with the World Bank Group's strategy, IFC supports efforts toward achieving universal health coverage by emphasizing robust health systems and ensuring accessible, affordable quality services for all.

Through comprehensive advisory programs, it aims to improve quality, ethical standards, productivity, and environmental and social benchmarks—including climate resilience, governance, and gender equity—in the private health sector.

 

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