Senegal recently inaugurated a new hospital in Tivaouane, but the opening is overshadowed by a legal reaction from the Sci Pharaon lawyers’ collective. The group is criticizing what they see as contradictory state policies regarding the project. The hospital’s construction involved a collaboration between the Senegalese state and Ellipse Projects, raising questions about the nature of the partnership. Sci Pharaon alleges issues surrounding the agreement and its implementation. This dispute highlights potential tensions between public healthcare goals and private sector involvement. The opening represents an effort to expand healthcare access, yet is immediately met with legal scrutiny and accusations of inconsistency from stakeholders. Further investigation into the details of the contract and the concerns raised by the lawyers is anticipated.