Washington and Abidjan have signed a landmark agreement committing $480 million over the next decade to strengthen Côte d’Ivoire’s healthcare systems, focusing on HIV, malaria, maternal and child health, and epidemic preparedness. The pact, part of a broader U.S. global health strategy, marks a departure from traditional aid models by integrating trade and innovation components aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and economic resilience. U.S. Ambassador Jessica Davis Ba described the deal as a “partnership for mutual prosperity,” emphasizing that this support will help accelerate local capacity development and reduce dependence on external donors. The initiative includes investments in health infrastructure, workforce training, and expanded access to essential medicines. Ivorian authorities have committed additional resources toward the program, with a pledge valued at roughly 163 billion CFA francs by 2030.
