Health authorities have received a batch of medical-technical equipment from the United States of America.

The donation estimated at 198 million CFA francs, consists of newborn resuscitation equipment, examination and delivery tables, surgical instruments and autoclaves for sterilization.

Secretary General of the Burkinabe Ministry of Health, Dr. Issa Ouédraogo said the equipment will improve the technical platform of health facilities for the benefit of the population.

According to USAID representative Alyson Mac Ferland, the gesture symbolizes her country’s commitment to offering every woman and child in the country a healthier and safer future.

She stated that improving the well-being of mothers, infants and children is an important public health priority for the United States of America and Burkina Faso.