Ntuli A. Kapologwe Primary Healthcare Awards
This Award is inspired by Dr. Ntuli A. Kapologwe, a trailblazer in Tanzania’s health sector, who has consistently championed the role of primary healthcare in achieving equitable health outcomes. Recognizing the efforts of those who contribute to this critical sector aligns with Tanzania’s goals of UHC and sustainable health system strengthening. It seeks to honor the extraordinary yet often-overlooked contributions of individuals who champion PHC in the face of challenging conditions.
Primary healthcare (PHC) serves as the foundation of Tanzania’s health system, catering to over 85% of patients, especially in rural and underserved areas. However, PHC workers face significant challenges, including workforce shortages, resource constraints, and lack of professional recognition. The Ntuli A. Kapologwe Primary Healthcare Awards aim to recognize and celebrate individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, dedication, and innovation in strengthening PHC. These awards serve as both an appreciation and a strategic approach to enhancing morale, inspiring best practices, and improving service delivery toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
- Recognize Excellence – Honor individuals and teams making outstanding contributions to PHC.
- Motivate and Inspire – Boost morale by showcasing dedication and achievements.
- Promote Best Practices – Highlight impactful innovations and leadership approaches.
- Engage Youth – Encourage young people to reflect on PHC through an essay competition.
1. Leadership in Primary Healthcare
- Who Can Be Nominated? Individuals at regional, district, or community levels leading PHC advancements.
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Impact on healthcare systems through innovation and resource mobilization.
- Leadership in policy advocacy or implementation.
- Evidence of mentoring or capacity-building efforts.
2. Implementers in Primary Healthcare
- Who Can Be Nominated? Frontline healthcare workers (e.g., nurses, midwives, community health officers) delivering PHC under challenging conditions.
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Demonstrated healthcare service improvements.
- Patient/community testimonials.
- Overcoming systemic challenges through innovative solutions.
3. Researcher/Innovator in Primary Healthcare
- Who Can Be Nominated? Individuals driving impactful research or innovations that enhance PHC delivery.
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Novelty and relevance of research or innovation.
- Measurable outcomes and policy contributions.
- Influence on knowledge generation.
- Public Nominations – Open submission of candidates.
- Internal Screening – Preliminary review of eligibility.
- Expert Panel Review – Shortlisting finalists based on set criteria.
- Public Voting – Community participation in selecting winners.
- Award Ceremony – Winners celebrated at the Tanzania Health Summit with prizes.
- Cash Prize: TZS 1,000,000
- Ngao Trophy: Symbolizing resilience & protection
- Certificate of Recognition & Medal of Excellence
Nomination Form
