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President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to improving Ghana’s healthcare system by completing and operationalising unfinished health facilities across the country.
Speaking at the National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission at Winneba on Thursday, January 9, the President emphasised the importance of infrastructure development in expanding healthcare access and improving its quality.
“We shall continue abandoned health projects and operationalise them as key steps towards expanding healthcare access nationwide,” he stated.
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Having been sworn into office just two days prior, President Mahama’s remarks highlight his administration’s focus on addressing healthcare gaps through continuity and investment.
He assured Ghanaians of his government’s determination to prioritise the health sector, emphasising infrastructure and human resource development.
“We will prioritise investment in infrastructure and human resources to ensure accessible, quality medical care,” the President said, reiterating promises he made during his campaign.
A key component of President Mahama’s healthcare agenda is the completion of the Agenda 111 initiative, which was initiated by the previous government.
The initiative aims to construct 111 district hospitals and three psychiatric hospitals to improve healthcare delivery in underserved areas. Out of the 111 hospitals, only three were completed by the previous administration but remained non-operational.
President Mahama’s commitment to reviving abandoned projects aligns with his broader campaign pledge to ensure continuity in government initiatives. This approach, he believes, will eliminate waste and accelerate development across sectors.
In his address, the President acknowledged the critical challenges facing Ghana’s healthcare system, including inadequate infrastructure and a lack of trained personnel.
He pledged to tackle these issues head-on by channelling resources into completing projects and equipping facilities with the necessary staff and tools to provide quality care.
