Côte d’Ivoire strengthens its healthcare system with new IDA financing

The Ivorian government has ratified three agreements signed on May 14, 2026, with the International Development Association (IDA), including two grant agreements totaling US$25 million (approximately CFA 13.979 billion) and one loan agreement worth €169.5 million (just over CFA 111 billion), to finance Phase 2 of the Multiphase Programmatic Approach for Health, Nutrition, and Early Childhood Development.

The announcement was made by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly during the press briefing following the Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Presidential Palace in Abidjan-Plateau.

"The Multiphase Programmatic Approach for Health, Nutrition, and Early Childhood Development aims to increase both the quantity and quality of services in the areas of health, nutrition, and early childhood development, particularly for women, children, and vulnerable populations," explained Amadou Coulibaly, who also serves as Minister of Communication.

He further noted that Phase 2 of the programme is specifically focused on implementing selected activities under the government's Health Package initiative, which aims to modernize Côte d’Ivoire’s national healthcare system.

"The programme includes, among other initiatives, strengthening Universal Health Coverage (UHC) to ensure sustainable access to healthcare services; constructing a new campus of the National Institute for the Training of Health Workers (INFAS) to increase the number of qualified health professionals delivering essential healthcare services; procuring essential health products; and improving storage and transportation conditions to enhance the availability of essential medical supplies," the minister added.

According to the government spokesperson, the programme will also help combat poor nutritional practices by expanding the integrated community intervention package dedicated to nutrition, early childhood stimulation, responsive feeding, and early learning.