First Lady Fatima Bio met with Türkiye’s First Lady, Emine Erdoğan, to discuss the progress of a new 150-bed pediatric hospital in Bo, Sierra Leone. The meeting centred on the hospital project, which is a collaboration with the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and aims to enhance paediatric healthcare in the region.
Fatima Bio described the initiative as a crucial investment in the health and future of Sierra Leone’s children, emphasising her dedication to ensuring all children have access to quality healthcare, irrespective of their birthplace. The hospital will benefit families in Bo and surrounding communities, improving local access to specialised paediatric care.
She articulated that the project stands for hope, dignity, and a brighter future for children and families in Sierra Leone. In expressing her gratitude to Emine Erdoğan and the Turkish government, she highlighted how this collaboration exemplifies the power of international friendship in creating positive change.
Fatima Bio stated, “For Sierra Leone, this is more than a hospital. It is an investment in our children, our families, and an investment in the future of our nation.”
