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WAHO DG paid a courtesy call on Minister for Health
In a bid to enhance Ghana’s healthcare system, representatives of the West Africa Health Organisation (WAHO), led by the Director General, Dr Melchior Athanase Joel C. Aissi, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to explore opportunities for collaboration and support.
The meeting provided a platform for both parties to discuss and align their interests on key health issues, including regional health challenges, disease surveillance, and health system strengthening.
Addressing the delegation, Hon. Akandoh highlighted key government priorities in the health sector, including the provision of free primary healthcare in CHPS compounds, district hospitals, and polyclinics; the establishment of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund to train more specialists; and the construction of regional hospitals in the six newly created regions to accelerate efforts toward achieving Universal Health Coverage.
He added that the ministry is seeking assistance for the institutionalization of national health accounts production, policy development dissemination and visibility, and a teacher support program for mental literacy in senior high schools. He expressed hope that WAHO’s visit would facilitate these requests.
The minister expressed appreciation to WAHO for their unwavering support over the years and urged them to assist in managing the recent cholera and meningitis outbreaks.
He specifically requested support in areas such as the provision of PPEs, antibiotics, and logistical aid to facilitate the work of ambulance and monitoring teams.
The Director-General of WAHO, Dr. Melchior Athanase Joel C. Aissi mentioned the harmonisation of policies and strategies of community health and provision of quality healthcare.
He further expressed his willingness to collaborate with the ministry’s technical team to identify and address the specific support needed.
Source: PR Un