Ivory Coast: Chinese hospital ship offers free medical care in Abidjan

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 16, 2026Country: Ivory Coast

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Ivory Coast: Chinese hospital ship offers free medical care in Abidjan

A Chinese hospital ship has launched a free medical care campaign in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Residents can receive consultations and treatment at no cost. The article does not specify how long the campaign will last or how many patients it will serve.

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