DRC Strategic Priority 4

Our Data and MLE Strategy Framework

Adopts a value chain lens to strengthen the data ecosystems and enable evidence-based decision-making across priority programmatic areas, integrating geospatial capabilities for enhanced analysis and insights

1. COVERAGE METRICS

Improve capacity and resourcing of national and provincial government bodies to generate health mortality estimates, health and financial health coverage

National Health Surveys

Launch province-wide health surveys in key provinces by Q1 2027 to provide local-level data on reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health services

Financial Health Coverage

Provide technical expertise to support health financing analysis and transition of health financing survey collection, management and analysis to government stakeholders

Population Estimates

Support development of accurate population estimates and demographic data for health planning and service delivery optimization

2. FUNCTIONAL SYSTEMS

Improve the capacity of government stakeholders to manage routine functional data systems, crucial to improving health service availability

DHIS2 Implementation

Provide technical support to advance DHIS2 implementation with geospatial integration and support mapping of health facilities and services

Supply Chain Systems

Support implementation of logistics management information systems (LMIS) for vaccine, malaria commodities, and essential medicines tracking

Health Facility Registry

Develop comprehensive health facility master list with geospatial coordinates and service availability mapping

3. INDEPENDENT SERVICE CHECKS

Strengthen quality and reliability of routine data systems through independent verification and validation mechanisms

Health Facility Census

Conduct baseline health facility census in Kinshasa and provinces to provide supply-side data for health program planning

Service Availability Assessment

Implement regular service availability and readiness assessments with geospatial analysis capabilities

Data Quality Audits

Establish routine data quality assessment and improvement processes with real-time feedback mechanisms

Detailed Implementation Components

4. OPENNESS AND ACCESS - Partner with MDAs and stakeholders to strengthen data analytics INTEGRATION

Data Integration Platforms

Develop interoperable data platforms linking health, demographic, and geospatial data

Implement data sharing agreements between government agencies and development partners

Create standardized data dictionaries and metadata frameworks for cross-sector compatibility

Establish data governance frameworks ensuring ethical use and privacy protection

Analytics and Triangulation

Build capacity for advanced data analytics including predictive modeling and machine learning

Implement real-time data triangulation systems for outbreak detection and response

Develop automated alert systems for health program performance monitoring

Create interactive dashboards for multi-level decision making

External Partnerships

Partner with academic institutions for research collaboration and capacity building

Engage private sector partners for innovative data solutions and technologies

Collaborate with regional and global health data networks

Participate in international data sharing initiatives for cross-border health security

Capacity Building

Train government staff in advanced data analysis and visualization techniques

Develop data literacy programs for health workers at all levels

Establish mentorship programs with international data science experts

Create data analysis certification programs for sustainable capacity

5. FIELD BUILDING - Build evidence and insights to inform monitoring and evaluation of impact EVIDENCE

Surveillance Systems

Launch integrated disease surveillance systems including maternal mortality surveillance

Implement behavioral surveillance for health program effectiveness monitoring

Develop community-based surveillance networks with mobile data collection

Establish environmental surveillance for disease prevention and control

Research and Evaluation

Conduct impact evaluations of key health interventions using rigorous methodologies

Support operational research for program optimization and improvement

Implement longitudinal cohort studies for health outcome tracking

Develop cost-effectiveness analyses for evidence-based resource allocation

Innovation and Learning

Pilot innovative data collection methods including mobile health technologies

Test artificial intelligence applications for health data analysis

Explore blockchain technologies for secure health data management

Implement adaptive learning systems for continuous program improvement

Knowledge Management

Develop comprehensive knowledge management systems for lessons learned

Create evidence repositories and best practice databases

Establish knowledge sharing platforms with other countries and regions

Support evidence-to-policy translation mechanisms

6. INTERNAL INSIGHTS - Build internal Foundation Data knowledge assets to guide program design FOUNDATION

Program Performance Data

Update foundation databook leveraging recent data and modeling for DRC context

Develop program-specific performance indicators and measurement frameworks

Implement real-time program monitoring and adaptive management systems

Create predictive models for program impact forecasting

Operational Intelligence

Develop operational data systems for grant and program management

Implement portfolio analysis tools for strategic decision making

Create risk assessment and mitigation frameworks

Establish partner performance monitoring and evaluation systems

Strategic Learning

Conduct regular strategy reviews and course corrections based on data insights

Implement learning agendas for continuous strategy improvement

Develop scenario planning tools for strategic forecasting

Create innovation pipeline management systems

Global Learning

Contribute DRC experiences to global health knowledge base

Participate in global learning networks and communities of practice

Share lessons learned through publications and presentations

Support South-South learning and knowledge exchange

Data Value Chain Implementation Framework

DATA COLLECTION

Strengthen data collection systems with mobile technologies, geospatial integration, and quality assurance

DATA PROCESSING

Implement automated data processing, cleaning, and validation with real-time quality checks

DATA ANALYSIS

Build advanced analytics capabilities including geospatial analysis, predictive modeling, and AI applications

DATA VISUALIZATION

Create interactive dashboards, maps, and reports for multi-level decision making and communication

DATA USE

Ensure evidence-based decision making, policy development, and program optimization across all levels

Expected Outcomes and Better Allocation of Resources

Timely Availability of Higher Quality Data

Real-time health data available for decision making with 95% completeness and accuracy across all health zones by 2027

Improved Access to Data Analytics

Functional data analytics platforms accessible to decision makers at national, provincial, and health zone levels

Enhanced Communication Tools

Interactive dashboards and visualization tools available for program monitoring, public reporting, and stakeholder engagement

Strengthened Data Use Culture

100% of health programs using data for planning, implementation, and evaluation by 2028

Evidence-Based Resource Allocation

Health resources allocated based on evidence and data-driven prioritization across all programs and geographic areas

Better Health Impact Outcomes

Improved health outcomes through evidence-based interventions, early warning systems, and adaptive program management

Sustainable Data Systems

Government-owned and operated data systems with sustainable financing and technical capacity

Regional Data Leadership

DRC serving as regional leader in health data systems and evidence-based decision making

Innovation and Learning

Continuous innovation in data systems and analytics contributing to global health knowledge and best practices