Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai has delegated and toured a newly health center in Armbush Curve, Lower Margibi identified as “Ma Juah Health Center.” The facility is owned by a private Liberian in the United States of America, and its value exceeds US$2 million.
In a speech on Saturday, February 8, 2025, President Boakai stated that it is uncommon to see a hospital built by an individual for the sake of the populace, adding that initially, individuals simply steal money for their own gain.
“I admire citizens or people who see good things in other countries and bring them to Liberia for development,” President Boakai said.
The Liberian leader praised the hospital’s visionary for his endeavor to construct such a facility, claiming that it would help not just the local population but the entire nation.
According to the Liberian leader, countries are now attempting to improve themselves as a result of the global situation, therefore Liberians should accept who they are and begin doing constructive actions that would help the nation.
He acknowledged that the facility’s vision bearer had fulfilled the government’s obligation. However, in order to provide people or patients with rapid and easy access to the hospital, the President has ordered the Ministry of Public Works to repair the road leading to the medical facility. He assured citizens of proper and timely medication whenever they visit the Ma Juah hospital for medication.
Ambassador Charles Sleyon, the hospital’s founder and visionary, stated that the hospital was founded in memory of his grandmother, Ma Juah Koffa.
He asserted that the institution’s goal is to offer Liberians, particularly the underprivileged, high-quality, reasonably priced, and easily accessible healthcare.
“While we work to accomplish this purpose, Mr. President, we have encountered several obstacles that call on the government and the international community to step in immediately,” he said.
According to Amb. Sleyon, the high expense of medical care contributes to a mortality rate, especially for women and children, which causes some Liberians to pass die.
“A child can receive a free lab and medication at this hospital for L$2,000, which reflects our commitment to ensuring that no Liberian is denied health care due to financial hardship,” he said.
In order to effectively manage the facility, the creator and visionary of Ma Juah Health Center highlighted the following issues: insurance, road infrastructure, prompt access to medical care, and electricity management.
