Egypt Delivers Medical Aid to Gabonese Ministry of Health in Support of Bilateral Health Cooperation

In a renewed gesture of African solidarity and health diplomacy, Egypt’s Ambassador to Gabon, Reham Hussein Ammar, officially handed over a consignment of Egyptian medical aid to Gabon’s Minister of Health, as part of Cairo’s ongoing support for the Egypt-Gabon Joint Hospital in the capital, Libreville.

The aid package, which includes essential pharmaceuticals, was provided by the Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development (EAPD) — an initiative under Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs aimed at strengthening cooperation with African nations through development-focused support.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, the Gabonese Minister of Health expressed deep gratitude to the Egyptian government and people for their continued commitment to improving public health services in Gabon. The Minister highlighted Egypt’s role not only in providing medical supplies but also in offering scholarships and professional training programs across several sectors, which he described as critical to Gabon’s human capacity development.

He also voiced hope for the swift arrival of additional Egyptian doctors to serve at the Egypt-Gabon hospital, and expressed interest in expanded future cooperation, saying the medical aid is “a promising sign of deeper engagement.”

In her remarks, Ambassador Ammar reaffirmed Egypt’s strategic vision for reinforcing ties with African nations, particularly in vital sectors like health. She emphasized that the donation symbolizes Egypt’s “long-standing commitment to revitalizing African partnerships, with health care as a cornerstone of that mission.”

“The Government of Egypt attaches great importance to sharing its pharmaceutical capabilities and medical expertise with sisterly African nations, including the Gabonese Republic,” she said.

The Egypt-Gabon Joint Hospital, established in 2009 in Libreville, stands as one of Egypt’s flagship development projects in Central Africa. Staffed by Egyptian medical professionals and equipped with Egyptian-supplied technologies, the hospital treats thousands of patients annually and has become a regional hub for multi-specialty care, attracting patients from across Gabon and neighboring provinces.

Egyptian officials say the hospital exemplifies African-led cooperation and sustainable development, aligning with broader continental goals under the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

This latest shipment of medical supplies reflects Egypt’s intent to scale up its presence and positive impact in Africa through practical, people-centered initiatives — particularly in health care, where access and equity remain key challenges across the continent.