The establishment of loan funds depended on strong community leadership and required substantial mobilization efforts. Where community loan funds are established, utilization of emergency obstetric care may increase.

Even in settings with irregular electrical supply, storage of small quantities of blood is possible. Ready availability of blood may contribute to improved quality of obstetric care and improved survival among patients.

Cost recovery systems for drugs can help maintain consistent drug supplies at health facilities. Careful pricing is critical. For the system to be sustainable, the mark-up must cover defaulters.