Dr. Omar Jagne, the Chief Executive Officer of Africmed International Hospital in Gambia, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving two prestigious international awards at the 7th Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards (APSCA) 2026. The awards ceremony took place at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, Ghana. Dr. Jagne was recognized as the OUTSTANDING HEALTH LEADER OF THE YEAR, and his institution, Africmed International Hospital, was named HEALTHCARE TAX COMPLIANCE INSTITUTION OF THE YEAR.
The awards highlight Dr. Jagne's dedication to improving the health sector in Gambia and Africmed International Hospital's commitment to tax compliance. Africmed International Hospital has consistently been one of the most tax-compliant health institutions, earning recognition both nationally and internationally. This achievement marks the first time a Gambian health leader has won two international awards at the same conference, a feat described as a milestone achievement for the nation.
The Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards (APSCA) is now in its seventh year and brought together over 1,000 delegates from 15 countries, including heads of state, ministers, CEOs, governors, senior policymakers, and development partners. The theme of this year's conference was "Governance 2030," focusing on building resilient institutions for a digital, green, and secure Africa. The conference provided a platform for leaders to share best practices and innovative solutions for sustainable development.
Dr. Jagne expressed heartfelt gratitude after receiving the prestigious awards, recognizing his institution's role in advancing healthcare in Gambia. He highlighted the significant strides made in the nation's health sector, noting that more doctors are graduating, more specialists are qualifying, and new health centers continue to open across the country. Dr. Jagne reaffirmed his dedication to community health service, stressing that the hospital's work is not only about medical care but also about fostering unity and progress for the nation.
The Africmed International Hospital has been at the forefront of providing quality healthcare services in Gambia. Under Dr. Jagne's leadership, the hospital has made significant contributions to the nation's health sector. The hospital's commitment to tax compliance is a testament to its transparency and accountability. The recognition received by Dr. Jagne and Africmed International Hospital is expected to inspire other health institutions in Gambia to strive for excellence.
The awards received by Dr. Jagne are a reflection of his hard work and dedication to the health sector in Gambia. His achievement is a milestone for the nation, and it is expected to motivate other Gambian leaders to work towards excellence. The recognition of Africmed International Hospital's commitment to tax compliance is also a positive development for the nation's health sector.
Dr. Jagne's achievement has been welcomed by the Gambian community, with many congratulating him on his awards. The recognition of Dr. Jagne's leadership and Africmed International Hospital's commitment to tax compliance is a positive development for the nation's health sector. It is expected that this achievement will inspire other health institutions in Gambia to strive for excellence.
Key points
- Dr. Omar Jagne, CEO of Africmed International Hospital, has received two international awards at the 7th Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards in Accra, Ghana.
- The awards recognize Dr. Jagne's dedication to improving the health sector in Gambia and Africmed International Hospital's commitment to tax compliance.
- The achievement marks the first time a Gambian health leader has won two international awards at the same conference.
