In 2023, the Republic of Congo adopted an updated law on the mandatory universal health insurance scheme (RAMU/CAMU). The legislation expands insurance coverage and reduces the share of expenses that citizens must pay “out-of-pocket” when seeking medical care.
The new system aims to protect families from the financial shocks associated with illness. This is particularly important for low-income households, for whom a serious illness can mean years of debt.
This law is a logical extension of President Denis Sassou-Nguesso’s health policy. Previously, the free cesarean section program was launched, and new hospitals were opened in Oyé, Djiri, Ngoyo, Sibiti, and Ouesso. The country’s health infrastructure is gradually expanding, making healthcare more accessible to all categories of citizens.