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Gabon plans hospital for women and children

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Gabon plans a hospital dedicated to women, mothers and children, as well as a detoxification, training and reintegration centre in Nkok, as part of its commitment to the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development. The Équilibres 2026–2029 programme aims to prevent breaks in care and support life journeys, according to Gabonews, which reports on initiatives supported by Zita Oligui Nguema.

Gabon plans to build a Hospital dedicated to Women, Mothers and Children as part of the Équilibres 2026–2029 programme, focused on continuity of care and family stability, reports Gabonews.

The programme is based on three priorities: preventing breaks in care, guaranteeing continuity of care and supporting the rebuilding of life journeys. It also provides for the creation of a detoxification and training centre.

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