Gabon and SAMU du Val — d’Oise Strengthen Health Emergency Collaboration BODY: Libreville, Gabon – July 7, 2026 – Gabon’s Minister of Health, Pr. Elsa Nkana Joséphine Ayo épouse Bivigou, recently met with the Director of the SAMU du Val-d’Oise, Dr. Yahoui, and the Coordinator of the SAMU Social Gabonais, Dr.
Wenceslas Yaba, to explore avenues for enhancing health emergency response across Gabon.
The meeting, held on July 6, 2026, focused on resource sharing, strategic planning, and expert collaboration to improve healthcare delivery throughout the nation. Discussions centered on the development of pre-hospital medicine, strengthening healthcare access, and training healthcare professionals in practical, operational, and academic capacities. Minister Ayo emphasized the need for sustainable and practical cooperation, aiming to benefit healthcare professionals and the Gabonese population.
Dr. Yahoui praised the professionalism and dedication of Gabon’s healthcare teams, reflecting on his experience working alongside them during continuous 36-hour interventions in Grand Libreville. His admiration for their life-saving efforts and ability to reduce preventable deaths underscores the significance of the partnership.
This meeting represents a critical step in reinforcing health and civil protection partnerships, ensuring a more efficient and accessible healthcare system for Gabon’s citizens.
The Gabonese SAMU Social, drawing upon the expertise of the French SAMU model, plays a pivotal role in providing medical assistance and emergency care.
The collaboration with the SAMU du Val — d’Oise signifies a promising future for health and emergency response in Gabon, as the Minister and Dr. Yahoui commit to exchanging knowledge and fostering innovation in healthcare.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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