Hospital Upgrade in Abidjan: Bouygues subsidiary Setao won a €95m contract to overhaul Yopougon University Hospital, adding new operating theatres, labs, and consulting rooms while the hospital stays open; completion is set for May 2028, with early handover for imaging and inpatient areas, and the final plan includes 509 beds plus MRI, CT, and ultrasound capacity. Health Leadership in West Africa: WAHO welcomed Prof. Palokinam T. Pitche as its new Director General in Abidjan, marking a transition from outgoing DG Dr. Melchior Aissi after four years focused on harmonising regional health policies and strengthening community health systems. Specialised Care Expansion: Humanity First inaugurated the Masroor Centre for Healthcare in Yopougon-Gesco, with surgical theatres, ICU and high-dependency care, diagnostics, and dedicated cardiology and gastroenterology services, aiming to treat hundreds of patients yearly. Access for Deaf People: In Abidjan, psychologist-turned-interpreter Israël Mansaré is helping people with hearing loss navigate daily life and public services, highlighting the need for many more interpreters. Drug Safety Alert: Nigeria’s NDLEA reported seizures of over 2.3 tonnes of illicit drugs, including “Colorado” hidden in cargo and music speakers, with arrests linked to UK-bound consignments. Heat & Health Resilience: Côte d’Ivoire joined a global push under the Global Cooling Pledge, backing cooling solutions and heat resilience efforts.