African leaders on health tourism around the world as local hospitals rot

President Abdelaziz Bouteflika (Algeria)

Eighty-one-year-old President Abdelaziz Bouteflika of Algeria is rumoured to be bedridden and rarely makes public appearances since he suffered a stroke in 2013.

RELATED STORIES

Germany just launched a new fund, and these African countries are ready to 'grab' a share

'Thanks' to Trump, your unborn child may lose out on U.S. citizenship even if you have a green card

Chaos and blackmail as sex tape of South African minister leaks on social media

For bringing justice to crime victims, this Nigerian man was sworn in as judge in the U.S.

On several occasions, he has had to postpone or reschedule meetings with visiting foreign dignitaries due to his poor health.

After nearly two decades in power, he still adamant in handing over the mantle to younger and healthier person.