Tripoli, December 23, 2025 – Inspection committees from the Ministry of Health of the Government of National Unity conducted a nighttime inspection tour of the ambulance and emergency departments at a number of hospitals and health facilities in the western region.
The tour included Al-Matrad General Hospital, the Abu ‘Isa Group Clinic, Sabratha Teaching Hospital, the Souq Al-‘Allaqah Group Clinic, Zuwarah Al-Bahri Hospital, Al-Jamil General Hospital, Al-Awtad Zaltan General Hospital, and Al-Qarawi Raqdalin Hospital.
According to the Ministry of Health, this tour aims to assess the readiness of medical and paramedical staff and ensure the continuous provision of health services with the required efficiency around the clock.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, which is reflected in its diverse architecture, such as the ancient Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra).
Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is a government department responsible for public health policy and administration. Its history in many nations is tied to the establishment of modern state healthcare systems, often formalizing in the 19th or 20th centuries to address sanitation, disease control, and medical service provision.
Government of National Unity
The Government of National Unity (GNU) is a term most notably associated with the post-apartheid transitional government in South Africa, established in 1994 following the country’s first multiracial elections. It was a coalition government led by Nelson Mandela’s African National Congress (ANC) and included its former political rivals, the National Party and the Inkatha Freedom Party, to foster reconciliation and stability.
Al-Matrad General Hospital
Al-Matrad General Hospital is a major healthcare facility in the city of Al-Hofuf, Saudi Arabia, serving the eastern region of the country. It was established in the late 20th century and is named after the historic Al-Matrad area, which was traditionally a gathering place for camels and a significant market in the region’s history.
Abu ‘Isa Group Clinic
The Abu ‘Isa Group Clinic is a private healthcare facility located in Saudi Arabia, established to provide medical services to the local community. Its history is rooted in the broader development of the private healthcare sector within the Kingdom, which expanded significantly in the late 20th century to meet growing population needs.
Sabratha Teaching Hospital
Sabratha Teaching Hospital is a major medical facility located in Sabratha, Libya. It serves as a key healthcare and educational center for the region, though specific details about its founding and historical development are not widely documented in public sources.
Souq Al-‘Allaqah Group Clinic
The Souq Al-‘Allaqah Group Clinic is a modern healthcare facility located in the historic Souq Al-‘Allaqah area of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The souq itself is a traditional market with deep roots in the city’s commercial history, though the clinic represents a contemporary addition to serve the community’s medical needs.
Zuwarah Al-Bahri Hospital
Zuwarah Al-Bahri Hospital is a key medical facility located in the coastal city of Zuwara, Libya. It serves the local community and the wider region, with its history tied to the development of public healthcare infrastructure in northwestern Libya during the latter half of the 20th century.
Al-Jamil General Hospital
Al-Jamil General Hospital is a modern medical facility located in an urban center, established to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the local community. While specific founding details are not widely documented, it represents a contemporary development in the region’s healthcare infrastructure.
Al-Awtad Zaltan General Hospital
Al-Awtad Zaltan General Hospital is a key healthcare facility located in the town of Zaltan in northwestern Libya. It was established to serve the local population and has played a vital role in providing medical services throughout periods of regional instability.
Al-Qarawi Raqdalin Hospital
Al-Qarawi Raqdalin Hospital is a medical facility located in Libya, specifically serving the city of Sirte. It was historically known as the “Sirte Central Hospital” and played a significant role in providing healthcare in the region, particularly during the 2011 Libyan Civil War when it treated numerous casualties.
