UNOPS Signs $1.8 Million Agreement with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health to Enhance Blood Storage Capacity

The project seeks to improve healthcare infrastructure by strengthening blood storage efficiency, enhancing accessibility in both urban and remote areas, and ensuring a stable supply of safe blood products. By establishing state-of-the-art storage facilities, this initiative will significantly contribute to Ethiopia’s healthcare system and its capacity to respond to medical emergencies and patient needs effectively.

Key components of the project include assessment, design, procurement, installation, modification, testing, commissioning, and the final handover of advanced cold room facilities. These enhancements will be strategically implemented in key locations to address regional demands and improve healthcare service delivery nationwide.

Additionally, the project prioritizes local capacity-building through specialized training programs for staff, equipping them with the necessary skills to operate and maintain the new storage systems. Furthermore, by integrating the latest technologies and best practices in blood storage, the initiative underscores a commitment to innovation and sustainability in Ethiopia’s healthcare sector.

“We are proud to partner with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health in this critical initiative. This project not only strengthens the country’s healthcare infrastructure but also ensures that lifesaving blood products are available where they are needed most,” said Ms. Worknesh Mekonnen, Director of the UNOPS Multi-Country Office for Ethiopia, Djibouti, Sudan and South Sudan and Representative to the AU.

This agreement reinforces UNOPS’ commitment to supporting Ethiopia’s healthcare sector by delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions.