On October 8, 2026, in Libreville, Gabon's Minister of Health, Pr Elsa Nkana Joséphine Ayo-Bivigou, received a delegation from Spanish technology group Indra. The meeting focused on digital solutions to support the transformation of Gabon's healthcare system. The Agence gabonaise de presse reported that the discussions aimed to improve patient care and management of healthcare facilities. Indra presented several digital solutions to enhance healthcare services in Gabon.
During the working session, Indra showcased its "My Health" platform, designed to facilitate citizens' access to their health data and medical services. The platform features electronic medical records, digital vaccination cards, teleconsultation, patient monitoring, and hospital management tools. It also enables secure information exchange between healthcare professionals, facilities, patients, and insurers. This solution could improve healthcare delivery and interconnect healthcare structures in Gabon.
The meeting also covered the implementation of a virtual health map to provide an updated overview of healthcare infrastructure, resources, and services nationwide. This tool is expected to enhance data availability for decision-making and management of healthcare equipment. Furthermore, the mobility of the Medical Emergency Service (SAMU) was discussed, with a focus on using digital tools to track ambulances, optimize their allocation, and improve intervention coordination.
Minister Ayo-Bivigou welcomed the proposals presented by Indra and emphasized the need to consider Gabon's healthcare priorities and realities. She highlighted the importance of improving patient care, strengthening hospital governance, increasing access to healthcare, and interconnecting healthcare facilities. The Minister stressed that digital transformation should bring healthcare services closer to the population.
The Minister also underscored the importance of protecting and securing patients' personal data, a crucial condition for developing digital health services. This meeting paves the way for examining digital solutions tailored to Gabon's healthcare needs. The collaboration aims to leverage technology to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes in the country.
Indra's solutions are expected to support Gabon's efforts to modernize its healthcare system. The "My Health" platform and other proposed solutions have the potential to enhance patient care, streamline healthcare management, and improve the overall quality of healthcare services. The partnership between the Gabonese government and Indra may lead to significant improvements in the country's healthcare sector.
The discussions between Minister Ayo-Bivigou and the Indra delegation mark a significant step towards integrating digital technologies into Gabon's healthcare system. The implementation of these solutions could have a positive impact on healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and the overall efficiency of the healthcare system. Key initiatives, such as the virtual health map and the "My Health" platform, are expected to play a crucial role in this process.
Key points
- Gabon's Health Minister, Pr Elsa Nkana Joséphine Ayo-Bivigou, met with Indra to discuss digital health solutions.
- Indra presented its "My Health" platform to improve patient care and healthcare management.
- The partnership aims to leverage technology to modernize Gabon's healthcare system.
