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A new World Bank strategy seeks to transform health systems in West and Central Africa - but how will they achieve this?

The World Bank has launched a regional strategy to transform health systems in Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The strategy aims to improve health outcomes and support productivity- but what challenges will they face?

UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?

The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?

Discover how a proposed waiver on import duties for medical equipment could transform Ghana's fight against cancer.

The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners is urging the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment

A crucial hospital project remains incomplete, leaving residents without adequate healthcare - what's the hold-up?

PIAC is concerned about abandoned development projects funded by petroleum revenues, including the Agenda 111 hospital in Tease. The Committee urges the government to prioritize completion of health sector projects - but why?

What changed in NHIS claims payments that has private health facilities speaking out now?

Private health facilities in Ghana are responding to recent National Health Insurance Authority actions on claims payments.

As the Princess Marie Louise Children's Hospital celebrates a century of service, stakeholders are urging greater support for child healthcare-but

The Princess Marie Louise Children's Hospital recently marked its 100th anniversary, prompting a renewed call for increased investment in child

A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods a

A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods and subsequent deadly disease

Discover why a significant number of healthcare professionals are leaving Ghana's Northern Region and what the UPNMG President says is needed to

The UPNMG President, Maxwell Oduro Yeboah, has called for government investment in Ghana's Northern Region to improve the retention of nurses and

The NHIA is making strides in claims payments and tariff reviews, but what does this mean for healthcare providers and patients across Ghana?

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) reports significant progress in clearing outstanding claims owed to healthcare providers. This comes

The NHIA has made a crucial financial allocation to districts participating in the Free Primary Healthcare programme, sparking questions about its

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has taken a significant step regarding the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme. This move aims

NHIA launches free NHIS registration- but what happens after May 31, 2026?

The NHIA has launched the STORM Initiative to offer free NHIS registration and renewal nationwide. The campaign aims to advance Universal Health Coverage- but what challenges might this initiative face?

An abandoned building at Bechem Government Hospital may finally see completion - but what impact will this have?

The Tano South MCE has promised that the assembly will address a major need at Bechem Government Hospital. For over a decade, the hospital has lacked a crucial facility - and that may soon change.

Why is the Minority in Parliament sounding the alarm about the government's healthcare spending, and what could it mean for public health?

The Minority in Parliament is accusing the government of underfunding the health sector, warning of a deepening public health crisis. This alleged

A probe into Ghana's health sector reveals potential misconduct - but will it uncover the truth?

Ghana's Health Ministry has received a report investigating alleged unethical practices- or "medical kalabule"- at two major hospitals. The probe highlights potential misconduct and systemic issues, raising questions about healthcare governance and accountability- but what did it find?

Ghana's Ministry of Health is scrutinizing its manifesto commitments-what progress has been made and what hurdles remain in transforming the

The Ministry of Health is conducting a mid-year review of the government's health sector commitments under the NDC 2024 Manifesto. This assessment

Ghana's Gender Ministry and UNFPA are rallying support for a new strategy to tackle adolescent pregnancy-find out why this coordinated effort is

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) and UNFPA have convened stakeholders to coordinate the implementation of Ghana's

During a significant visit to the Manhyia Palace, the Health Minister provided an update on a long-awaited regional hospital.

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, recently visited the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to discuss the operationalization of the

Discover why a prominent minister is extending his financial commitment to a vital healthcare project in the Volta Region.

Roads Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has pledged further financial support for a proposed cardiac centre in the Volta Region. His commitment comes