Export loan boosts healthcare and Danish business in Ivory Coast

Based on a national development plan, Ivory Coast has launched a major investment in its healthcare sector. One of the key initiatives is Project Medical Continuation, which will expand and upgrade 43 clinics across the country - both in urban areas and rural regions.

EIFO is supporting the project with an export loan of EUR 171 million, enabling the construction of 15 new clinics and the upgrade of 28 existing ones that were previously supported by EIFO. The expansion includes new maternity wards, outpatient units, medical equipment, incineration facilities, and wastewater solutions - all of which contribute to improved healthcare for the local population.

The financing is provided in collaboration with international partners such as Standard Chartered, the Polish export credit agency KUKE, and the logistics and project services company Alliad. This partnership demonstrates how EIFO works with global actors to create local impact while promoting Danish exports.

The project generates export orders for Danish companies specializing in healthcare equipment, project management, and logistics. Missionpharma A/S and PAA Project Finance A/S are leading through framework agreements that secure exports for nine Danish firms. A significant portion of the deliveries come from SMEs, fostering growth and employment in Denmark - while simultaneously providing essential healthcare services in Ivory Coast.