The Universal Health Insurance Authority held its 100th board meeting, approving a series of regulatory, financial, and technical measures to strengthen institutional governance, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Egypt's health insurance system. The session focused on anti-fraud policies, internal audit plans, and partnerships with entities like the World Health Organization and the Ministry of Finance.
During its 100th board meeting on January 4, 2026, the Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHIA) reviewed and approved its first Anti-Abuse, Anti-Fraud, and Anti-Manipulation Policy, aimed at protecting financial resources and ensuring efficient spending amid expanding health services and multiple stakeholders. The policy aligns with international best practices and Egypt's legislative framework.
The board also assessed the implementation of the 2025 Internal Audit and Governance Plan and approved the 2026 plan, emphasizing stronger internal controls, greater transparency, better risk management, and data-driven decision-making throughout the authority.
Members discussed legal aspects of the cooperation protocol with Egypt Post, approving its renewal with updated organizational guidelines to define roles and integrate service delivery. Additionally, they endorsed a new cooperation agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO) Egypt Office to bolster capacity-building, knowledge sharing, and service quality in the health insurance system.
To advance technical capabilities, the board approved a cooperation protocol with the Ministry of Finance, leveraging technical support from the financing agreement between the French Development Agency and Egypt. Supporting digital transformation, it renewed a contract with Vodafone to host the authority's experimental data center environment from January to June 2026.
The meeting ended by scheduling the next session for Monday, February 16, 2026, inviting the Accountability State Authority to review the final consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This centennial gathering highlights UHIA's dedication to an integrated health system grounded in sound governance, financial sustainability, digital progress, and institutional partnerships, all to provide equitable and enduring healthcare coverage for all citizens.