Sovereign Military Hospitaller
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
28/03/2021
The Order of Malta’s hospital and charitable activities in the Ivory Coast
The Order of Malta has been active in the Ivory Coast for nearly fifty years. It is thanks to the Blohorn family, who settled there after the Second World War,…
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24/06/2026
Celebration of the Feast of St. John the Baptist at St. John the Baptist Hospital in Bodo
The Feast of St. John the Baptist was traditionally celebrated at St. John the Baptist Hospital on June 24. Several representatives from government ministries and diplomatic missions, as well as partner companies, attended this event, which is highly representative of the Order in Côte d’Ivoire. Following a Mass celebrated in St. Isabelle Chapel, a cocktail reception brought all the guests together with the hospital staff and its choir. A tour of the hospital facilities was then organized for the various institutions.
23/06/2026
Visit to the Moroccan Ambassador
His Excellency Othmane EL FERDAOUS, who recently arrived in the country, received His Excellency de VIVIES at the Moroccan residence in Abidjan. The Moroccan ambassador was well acquainted with the Order of Malta’s activities in Morocco and expressed his desire to support us in our efforts.
22/06/2026
Visit to Grand Britain Ambassador
His Excellency VIVIES had the opportunity to meet with his British counterpart, His Excellency John MARSHALL. He is very familiar with the Order—which he encountered while serving in Guinea and Dakar—as well as with the Order of St. John ; he is closely following the activities carried out in Côte d’Ivoire, particularly along the highway used by various oil distribution companies.
International news
09/08/2026
Memorandum of Understanding between the Order of Malta and Cyprus for Social and Humanitarian Aid in Kenya
On 17 June 2026, the Memorandum of Understanding between the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus was signed in Nairobi…
06/08/2026
41st Order of Malta International Summer Camp in Spain
The 41st edition of the Order of Malta International Summer Camp is being held in Javier Castle, Navarre and will last until 10th August, bringing together over 550 young people…
03/08/2026
Order of Malta’s Summer Commitment: from the Inclusion of Young People to Local Emergencies
During the summer season, the Order of Malta renews its commitment in the field through a series of projects promoted at both international and local levels. From youth inclusion and…