Utilization of District Health Information System 2 by healthcare workers in Lesotho

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to investigate the utilization of District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) by healthcare workers in Lesotho. The study was conducted at three specific healthcare facilities in Lesotho and used a quantitative descriptive and cross-sectional design. The population consisted of 291 healthcare workers. Probability stratified random sampling was used. The sample consisted of 93 respondents. Data was collected from the 16th June to 16th July 2021 using self administered questionnaires. Data was analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Science version 26. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to summarize raw data. The study found that DHIS2 is not effectively used as (76.4%, n=68) respondents often use DHIS2 for data entry only, (71.9%, n=64) encountered challenges on its use and (82.0%, n=73) needed support to resolve challenges encountered. The recommendations include, need for equipment review, refresher trainings, supervision and motivation concerning utilization of DHIS2