Omanghana
Ghana’s Ministry of Health has begun a three-day mid-year review to assess progress on major healthcare commitments contained in the National Democratic Congress’ 2024 manifesto.
The exercise, which opened in Ho in the Volta Region over the weekend of August 15, 2026, is being led by Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.
It brought together heads of agencies, institutions and programs operating under the ministry to evaluate achievements, identify implementation challenges and develop strategies for accelerating the government’s healthcare agenda.
Agency heads were required to present updates on the introduction of free primary healthcare, particularly the expansion of preventive and curative services to underserved districts.
The meeting also reviewed efforts to operationalize the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as MahamaCare. The fund is intended to provide financial support to patients requiring treatment for chronic illnesses and specialized medical conditions.
Healthcare infrastructure projects featured prominently in the discussions. Participants examined progress on six proposed regional hospitals in the newly created regions, the establishment of specialized cataract centers and efforts to complete hospital projects abandoned by previous administrations.
The review further assessed the recruitment of healthcare professionals and measures to improve the welfare of workers and trainees within the sector.
Officials considered progress on the payment and formalization of nursing trainee allowances, as well as plans to introduce specialized nursing programs to address gaps in healthcare delivery.
Financial accountability also formed a significant part of the gathering. Participants were scheduled to receive training in public financial management to improve the planning, allocation and monitoring of resources across the health sector.
The training is expected to strengthen financial discipline and ensure that funds allocated to healthcare programs and infrastructure projects are used efficiently.
The ministry said the review would help align its agencies with the government’s broader objective of providing accessible, affordable and equitable healthcare to people across Ghana.
Source: Omanghana
