BY CHRIS ALEX

A three-day Annual Operation Planning and Budgeting Workshop was held recently by the Guadalcanal Provincial Health team.

The workshop brought together key leaders and stakeholders to set strategic priorities for the year 2026.

This workshop was successful in gathering six zone supervisors, 24 heads of Department (HODs), program coordinators, senior managers, and clinicians, who worked collaboratively to review operational challenges, identify practical solutions, and chart a clear path forward.

Ray Seleso, Director of Guadalcanal Provincial Health highlighted the critical role of the workshop in driving progress.

“In a resource-limited setting like ours, this process is essential. It helps us make the most of what we have, while focusing on what matters most; better health outcomes for our communities,” he said.

A central theme that emerged during the discussions was ensuring integration and stronger alignment across health programs and departments.

Participants emphasized the need to break down silos and promote a more unified approach to planning, budgeting, and service delivery.

“By integrating our efforts, we can reduce duplication, improve coordination, and ultimately provide better and more consistent services to the people of Guadalcanal,” one program coordinator noted during group discussions.

With challenges clearly outlined and strategic priorities agreed upon, the focus now shifts to finalizing a more integrated operational plan and developing a balanced budget for 2026.

The plan aims to address core service delivery issues such as workforce shortages, infrastructure needs, and logistical gaps, while ensuring that resources are distributed more efficiently across the province.

The Guadalcanal Health team will now begin compiling outcomes from the workshop into a final planning document for submission to the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS).

“We’re proud of the commitment shown by our team this week. This workshop has laid the groundwork for a stronger, more unified health system in Guadalcanal.

“The priorities we’ve set will guide us in 2026 and help ensure our services reach those who need them most,” Seleso said.

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