Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s healthcare infrastructure, declaring that no community will be left behind in the journey to deliver quality health services.

Speaking during the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Friday, July 18, the Minister stressed the critical importance of health infrastructure and medical equipment. “Constructing health facilities and equipping them is critical for delivering quality care,” he said.

He outlined several key projects inherited and advanced by the current administration, including Treatment and Holding Centres in Koforidua, Goaso, and Asawinso, and Infectious Disease Training Centres at Pantang and Nkenkasu. Turnkey rehabilitation efforts such as those at Effia Nkwanta Hospital, La General Hospital, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) Maternity Block, and the Central Medical Stores reconstruction were also highlighted.

“In line with the government’s promise to continue ongoing health projects, four major COVID-19 response initiatives, including treatment centres and staff accommodations, funded by the government and the World Bank have been completed across the country over the past six months,” he noted.

He said special focus would be placed on the government Agenda 111 initiative. “For the Agenda 111 initiative, we will prioritise the completion of projects that are more than 80% complete,” he stated.

“Our government’s resolve is clear: to leave no community behind in the journey to excellent health infrastructure.”

He also announced upgrades at major hospitals. “We have also continued to upgrade key facilities, including the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Maternity and Children’s Block. Hospitals such as Korle Bu, Cape Coast Teaching Hospitals, and LEKMA Hospital have received essential equipment, including ventilators and oxygen plants. These are the tools we need to save lives every day.”

Despite progress, the minister acknowledged the ongoing challenges. “There are still gaps. Many facilities need renovations, new equipment, and dependable maintenance systems. We commit to bridging these gaps through domestic investment and international partnerships, primarily via Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).”

Reaffirming the government's grassroots commitment, the Minister stated, “Notwithstanding these challenges, we remain resolute. As part of our firm commitment to fulfilling campaign promises and transforming healthcare infrastructure, particularly in underserved areas, the government has released funding to every district assembly to support the construction of at least two new CHPS compounds each year.”

“This investment brings quality health services closer to communities and shows our government’s dedication to building a stronger, healthier Ghana from the ground,” the Minister added.

The Accountability Series is a government initiative that allows ministers to update citizens on the performance and progress of their respective sectors.