Examining the integration of refugees into the national health system in Uganda: an analysis using the policy triangle framework.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Uganda has been confronted with a sustained influx of refugees for decades. This prompted the government to explore opportunities to integrate refugees into local service structures including its national health system. This paper chronicles the history of policies and strategies that have influenced the integration of refugees into the national health system in Uganda and investigates factors that impacted policy evolution and progression.

Methods

We used a case study approach that drew on a document review and key informant interviews with 28 respondents at national and subnational levels. Interviews were analyzed using thematic qualitative analysis and findings were organized using Walt and Gilson's Policy Triangle Framework. Data from the literature review, me

SUBMITTER: Komakech H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11752622 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature