In June 2023, Afreximbank granted Horizons Clinic (Gambia) Limited a $16.8 million Construction and Medical Tourism Relay Facility (CONMED) to support the establishment of a 60-bed, internationally-standard medical facility in Kerr Serign, Kombo district.
This significant investment is set to enhance healthcare services in The Gambia and neighboring regions.
The project will create over 150 temporary construction jobs and approximately 300 permanent positions for clinical and non-clinical staff, along with 30 indirect jobs for local suppliers. This marks Afreximbank’s largest private sector investment in The Gambia, with support from Guangxi International Construction Engineering Corporation and Bloom Bank (Gambia) Limited.
Mrs. Kanayo Awani of Afreximbank emphasized the project’s potential to revolutionize healthcare access and create job opportunities, addressing substantial gaps in healthcare services in the region.
Horizons Clinic Gambia Limited Board Chairman, Mr. Alpha Barry noted that the clinic will serve as a beacon of hope for quality healthcare in The Gambia, praising Professor James N’Dow for his leadership and vision in driving this transformative initiative.
“Today heralds a new era in healthcare for The Gambia.
“The establishment of the Horizons Clinic, through the unprecedented support of Afreximbank and other esteemed partners, is a testament to our collective vision of transforming The Gambian health sector.
“This will not just be a building; it will be a beacon of hope and a promise of quality healthcare for all Gambians, as well as a model for other African countries.
“As we reflect on the remarkable journey of the Horizons Clinic and its transformative impact on healthcare in The Gambia, it is imperative to salute the extraordinary tenacity of Professor James N’Dow.
“His unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and relentless pursuit of excellence have been the driving force behind this monumental project,” Barry noted.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Gambia’s current bed-to-population ratio stands at 1.1 per 1,000 people, as against the WHO’s recommendation of 5 per 1,000 people.
By Esther Samson
