RFAs: HealthPRO Phase II – Primary Health Care Support in Sudan

Deadline: 22-May-2026

HealthPRO Phase II is a funding initiative designed to strengthen primary health care services for vulnerable populations affected by food insecurity and malnutrition in Sudan. Grants range from EUR 500,000 to EUR 4,000,000 across two funding lots covering Gedaref, White Nile, Red Sea, and Khartoum states. Eligible non-profit organisations must demonstrate prior health-sector experience and compliance with EU funding requirements.

Overview

HealthPRO Phase II focuses on improving access to essential primary health care services for vulnerable communities in Sudan, particularly those impacted by food insecurity, malnutrition, conflict, and prolonged instability.

The programme targets Gedaref, White Nile, Red Sea, and Khartoum states, where humanitarian crises and fragile health systems continue to affect service delivery and public health outcomes.

Sudan’s health sector has been heavily impacted by decades of conflict, political instability, and economic challenges, further compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. These overlapping crises have weakened infrastructure, disrupted services, and increased the vulnerability of communities across the country.

Funding Structure

• The grants are divided into two lots.
• Lot A covers Gedaref, White Nile, and Red Sea states, with funding ranging from EUR 1,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000.
• Lot B covers Khartoum state, with funding ranging from EUR 500,000 to EUR 800,000.
• The EU contribution cannot exceed 90% of the total eligible project costs, meaning applicants must provide at least 10% co-financing.

Objectives

• HealthPRO Phase II aims to strengthen primary health care systems in targeted states and improve access to essential services for vulnerable populations affected by food insecurity and malnutrition.
• The programme also seeks to enhance resilience within local health systems, ensure continuity of services in fragile settings, and contribute to improved health outcomes in conflict-affected regions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligibility applies to lead applicants, co-applicants, affiliated entities, proposed actions, and eligible costs.
• The lead applicant must be a legal, non-profit organisation such as a non-governmental organisation, public sector operator, local authority, or international organisation.
• Applicants must be effectively established in countries eligible under NDCI – Global Europe funded programmes and be directly responsible for preparing and managing the action. They must not act as intermediaries.
• Organisations must be registered and active in PADOR and must not fall under any exclusion situations outlined in the relevant EU Practical Guide.
• Applicants must be registered and authorised to implement activities in Sudan and specifically in the targeted state(s). They must have operated in Sudan for at least two years and in the proposed state(s) for at least one year.
• Eligible organisations must be specifically active in the health sector and must have managed programmes funded by AICS and/or the European Union within the past two years.

Expected Impact

Through targeted investments, HealthPRO Phase II is expected to restore and strengthen primary health care services, improve access for vulnerable populations, and support system-level resilience in fragile and crisis-affected settings.

The initiative also aims to enhance coordination, efficiency, and sustainability within Sudan’s primary health care framework.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who can apply for HealthPRO Phase II?
   Legal, non-profit organisations such as NGOs, public sector operators, local authorities, or international organisations that meet EU eligibility and registration requirements.
2. What are the grant amounts available?
   Lot A provides between EUR 1,000,000 and EUR 4,000,000, while Lot B provides between EUR 500,000 and EUR 800,000.
3. Is co-financing required?
   Yes. The requested contribution cannot exceed 90% of total eligible project costs.
4. Which states are covered under the programme?
   Gedaref, White Nile, Red Sea under Lot A, and Khartoum under Lot B.
5. Do applicants need prior experience in Sudan?
   Yes. Applicants must have worked in Sudan for at least two years and in the targeted state(s) for at least one year.
6. Is prior EU or AICS funding experience required?
   Yes. Organisations must have managed programmes funded by AICS and/or the European Union within the past two years.

Conclusion

HealthPRO Phase II presents a significant funding opportunity for experienced health-sector organisations to strengthen primary health care delivery in some of Sudan’s most vulnerable and conflict-affected states.

By combining substantial financial support with strict governance and experience requirements, the programme aims to ensure high-quality, accountable interventions that directly address food insecurity, malnutrition, and limited access to essential health services.

For organisations with strong operational capacity and proven experience in EU-funded health programmes, this initiative offers a strategic opportunity to contribute to sustainable health system recovery and improved outcomes for vulnerable communities across Sudan.

For more information, visit Italian Agency for Development Cooperation.