Gourma: The health district receives over 12 million CFA francs worth of medicines and medical-technical equipment. The Secretary General of the Gourma Province, Botetessan Bonou, presided over a donation ceremony in Fada N'Gourma for the Fada N'Gourma health district. The donation consisted of medicines and medical equipment valued at over 12 million CFA francs, aiming to strengthen healthcare services for the local population.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the donation comes at a time when the region is facing health and humanitarian challenges. The contribution is intended to enhance the care provided to the population, particularly focusing on women and children. The partner responsible for the donation has been active for several years in the municipalities of Diapangou, Tibga, and Diabo, working primarily in the field of sexual health.
Dr. Sandrine Bienvenue Sam, the chief medical officer of the Fada N'Gourma health district, acknowledged the significance of this gesture of solidarity. She noted that the donation would substantially improve health services for vulnerable populations, emphasizing the support it provides to women and children. Dr. Sam expressed her gratitude towards the partners and administrative authorities for their ongoing support.
Botetessan Bonou, the Secretary General of the Gourma province, highlighted that this contribution would alleviate the burden on vulnerable social groups in the current context. He also encouraged the recipients to use the medicines and equipment wisely to ensure improved quality care for the population.