Healthcare in Djibouti

Today we're exploring healthcare in Djibouti, its challenges, progress and what the future holds. Djibouti has a mixed public-private health system with government-run hospitals, regional clinics and a small but growing private sector. The Ministry of Health leads efforts in primary care, maternal health and disease prevention. In Djibouti City, Peltier General Hospital is the largest public hospital. There's also Bouffard Hospital, supported by the French military, offering more advanced care. Outside the capital, regional hospitals and community clinics provide basic services. Public care is more affordable but more constrained. Private clinics tend to offer higher quality care at a higher cost. Despite the challenges, Djibouti has made strides. New clinics are being built, mobile health units reach remote areas and vaccination programs are scaling up. Telemedicine has been introduced and the government is working toward universal health coverage. Training more medical staff, improving infrastructure and strengthening sanitation are key priorities. Djibouti's healthcare system is evolving, with many gaps still to close, but a promising path ahead.