The National Health Insurance Fund (CNAM) scored an important point in Dimbokro on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, as part of its campaign to promote Universal Health Coverage (CMU).

This mobile testing unit screened 158 people , revealing 24 cases of high blood pressure, which received immediate treatment.

Screening Focused on Chronic Diseases

According to the director of the activity, Dr. Wilfried Zekpa , the results are significant: "We screened 158 people and unfortunately recorded 24 cases of high blood pressure. These people also received medication free of charge."

The operation was not limited to hypertension; it also included screening for diabetes , a disease now covered by the CMU scheme.

Reactions and Local Support

Local and traditional authorities unanimously welcomed this health initiative.

1. The spokesperson for the kings and chiefs of N'Zi, Nanan Kôtchio , described the CMU as a " major government action ", highlighting its crucial role in providing access to lower-cost healthcare for the population.
2. Aïcha Diakité, representing the mayor , added that these operations " bring CNAM services closer to citizens " while strengthening awareness of the benefits of the system.

Universal Health Coverage (CMU): A Rapidly Expanding Coverage

Under the leadership of its Director General, Bamba Karim , the CNAM is pursuing its national enrollment objective. As of November 10, 2025, the campaign had already achieved an impressive figure of over 22 million people enrolled across the country.

The CMU caravan will remain in Dimbokro until the end of the week to continue:

1. The enrollment of new beneficiaries.
2. Health screenings .
3. Issuance of CMU cards.