Masroor Center For Healthcare

Masroor Centre For Healthcare, Ivory Coast Hospital.

In recent years, Humanity First has been constructing a new hospital in Yopougon-Gesco, just outside the city of Abidjan in southern Ivory Coast, under the Global Health Program. The hospital will feature an Emergency Department, 3 Maternity suites, Neonatal care, an Intensive Care Unit, and 2 Operating Theatres. There will be a full diagnostic suite, including X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, and electrocardiogram, as well as support services such as a Laboratory, Pharmacy, Mortuary, Kitchen, and more.

The main structure was completed a year ago, and since then, the team on the ground has been working on the internal fit-out. Infection control flooring has been installed, along with doors and basic infrastructure. Furniture has been ordered. Our aim for the next 3 months is to complete the medical gas infrastructure and install the medical equipment later in 2024.

Reasons to Build a Hospital in Ivory Coast.

Ivory Coast is a country of 28 million people located in West Africa. Twenty years ago, due to two civil wars, the country suffered significant setbacks. However, in the past nine years, the country has rebounded economically. Unfortunately, the health sector has not kept pace with this progress.

Based on a research by Business Oxford Group The mortality rate in Ivory Coast remains one of the highest in the region, highlighting a critical need for healthcare investment and support from international donors.

Infant mortality rates have been decreasing but remain high, reaching nearly 58 per 1,000 live births in 2020. Côte d’Ivoire’s maternal mortality ratio was 617 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2017, one of the highest in the world, though it is gradually improving.

Disease Burden.

According to a report by the World Health Organization, malaria remains a major public health issue in Ivory Coast. It continues to be a serious and potentially deadly illness, with over 7.3 million cases in 2021 and an incidence rate of 270.8 per 1,000. Children under 5 are particularly affected, with an incidence of 594 per 1,000. The disease caused 14,906 deaths, though only 1,276 were officially reported. Despite steady incidence rates since 2015, the country is off track to meet global malaria reduction targets.

In recent years, Côte d’Ivoire has seen a slight decline in tuberculosis mortality rates, including among HIV-positive individuals, though the disease remains a significant public health concern.

Services We Will Be Providing.

The hospital will be a single-level, 33,000-square-foot building with a 30-bed facility:

  • Ob Gyn (Maternity): Provides perinatal and childbirth care for mothers and newborns.
  • Paediatrics: specializes in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.
  • General Surgery: Offers surgical treatment for a wide range of common medical conditions.
  • Ophthalmology: Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
  • Dental Services: Provides oral health care, cleanings, and dental procedures.
  • Gastroenterology: Specialises in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders.
  • Cardiology: Provides care for heart-related conditions, including diagnostics and treatment.
  • Urology: Treats disorders of the urinary system and the reproductive organs.
  • 2 Operation Suites: Equipped for performing various surgical procedures.
  • 4 Bedded ICU: Offers intensive care for critically ill patients requiring close monitoring.
  • Radiology Diagnostics: Provides imaging services like X-rays, ultrasounds, and scans for medical diagnosis.
  • Administration Block: Houses hospital management, administrative offices, and staff facilities.
  • 3 Prenatal/Postnatal: Dedicated to the care of mothers before and after childbirth.
  • 2(4) Neonatal with Incubators: Provides specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns using incubators.
  • Outpatient Block: Facilitates consultations, diagnostics, and treatments for patients who do not require admission.
  • 5 Bed Emergency Room
  • Pharmacy
  • 23 Semi-Private Beds/Private Bed

How Sustainability Is Integrated into This Project.

Humanity First is committed to adapting and implementing a sustainable approach in all its healthcare and infrastructure projects.

Sustainability in our project is defined by three key pillars: environmental, social, and economic sustainability. When combined, these pillars form the foundation for sustainable development.

  • Environmental Sustainability:

The architectural design focuses on minimizing the carbon footprint. Additionally, the hospital will utilize natural light, green spaces, and environmentally friendly elements to enhance sustainability.

  • Social Equity:

We empower local communities in Africa by creating employment opportunities, providing training, and enabling them to take ownership of the project.

  • Economic Sustainability:

It is vital that the hospital generates sustainable revenue to ensure long-term operations. This prevents the need for ongoing financial contributions from Humanity First.

Building a larger hospital instead of a smaller one has the potential to become a sustainable facility. Adequate investment in sustainability ensures the hospital can grow and expand its impact, enabling it to serve more people and provide additional services over time.

Our Latest Update about the Hospital:

In November, Humanity First hosted a fundraising event for the Ivory Coast Hospital in London. Known as the Masroor Centre for Healthcare, groundworks began in late 2018, and now – 6 years later – the health centre is nearing completion, according to Naseer

Dean – Vice Chairman of Humanity First International, responsible for fundraising for this project, he states that it is “nearing completion, we are fitting it out”.

Majid Khan, CEO of Humanity First Healthcare, was also present at the event and made similar comments, stating that the hospital will soon be fitted with medical equipment. He added, “and we hope to open the doors to patients by the end of next year.”

The event included an update on the current status and gave insights into opportunities for donations to help with the fit-out.

The hospital is extremely significant for Humanity First, representing a milestone for the organisation due to it being the first large-scale healthcare facility in Africa. With your support, we aim to open the Masroor Centre for Healthcare in Ivory Coast next year.