Challenges related to resources mobilization for measles outbreak response: Madagascar experience during the 2018-2019 measles outbreak.

INTRODUCTION

on October 4th, 2018, a measles outbreak was declared in Madagascar. This study describes challenges related to resources mobilization for the outbreak response.

METHODS

data were collected using minutes of coordination committee meetings, activities reports, operational action plans and situation reports.

RESULTS

the total cost of the outbreak response was estimated to US$ 11,281,381. Operational cost was the leading cost driver (42.45%) followed by vaccine cost (33.74%). Cases management, epidemiological surveillance, communication and social mobilization and routine immunization strengthening represented 23.81% of the total cost. The main funder of the outbreak response was the measles and rubella initiative.

CONCLUSION

good coordination, open dialogue, good use of financial resources and accountability of government and partners have enabled to gain the confidence of national and international donors.