Government repatriates 327 stranded Ghanaians from Côte d’Ivoire after demolitions in Port Bouët https://t.co/eoyQE533Ec #Ghana#Repatriation#CotedIvoire
Yesterday, I joined stakeholders in the health sector for the 2026 Annual Health Summit dedicated to reviewing performance, assessing achievements, and reflecting on the challenges and opportunities within Ghana’s healthcare system.
Ghana’s health interventions are guided by the Accra Reset on Health Sovereignty, which seeks to reposition health as a pillar of national development, economic resilience, and security. The Reset calls for a shift from dependency towards stronger domestic financing, local capacity building, workforce development, and health systems. In Ghana, this vision is being translated into action through initiatives such as Free Primary Healthcare, the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (MahamaCares), and strategic investments in the health workforce.
I noted that a strong and well-distributed health workforce remains central to achieving Universal Health Coverage. While Ghana has made significant progress in expanding its health workforce, Government is addressing disparities in deployment by recruiting thousands of health professionals. Particular attention is being given to community health nurses, midwives, physician assistants, and public health officers.
We also highlighted the importance of retaining health professionals through improved living and working conditions. At the same time, we acknowledged the growing migration of health professionals and the need for strategic bilateral agreements, ethical recruitment practices, and managed migration frameworks that protect the interests of Ghana and its workers.
Achieving Universal Health Coverage and advancing the goals of the Accra Reset will require collaboration across Government, the health sector, local authorities, development partners, and communities. Ultimately, a resilient health system depends on infrastructure and the people who serve within it. By investing in our health workforce, we strengthen the foundation for a healthier, more prosperous, and more resilient Ghana.
President John Dramani Mahama wraps up his State Visit to the Republic of Belarus, he held a tête-à-tête with President Alexander Lukashenko, followed by bilateral talks between the two delegations aimed at deepening cooperation across priority sectors of their respective economies.
The engagements culminated in the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), marking a major step forward in Ghana–Belarus relations. The agreements establish a Joint Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, strengthen collaboration between the Chambers of Commerce of both countries, and enhance cooperation in agriculture.
Speaking at a joint press conference, President Mahama described the visit as a landmark moment in bilateral relations, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to practical cooperation anchored on mutual respect and shared benefit.
He underscored agriculture as a central pillar of Ghana’s development agenda, highlighting Belarus as a strategic partner in mechanisation, technology transfer, research, and investment. He also pointed to expanded opportunities for collaboration in education, renewable energy, trade, and industry as key drivers of sustainable economic growth.
President Mahama expressed confidence that the agreements will further strengthen institutional and private sector engagement, unlock investment opportunities, stimulate innovation, and create employment for citizens of both countries.
He noted that the visit sets the stage for a renewed phase in Ghana–Belarus relations, translating shared aspirations into tangible development outcomes.
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President John Dramani Mahama receives a ceremonial welcome in Minsk, Belarus 🇬🇭🇧🇾
His state visit is focused on deepening Ghana–Belarus ties in agriculture, industry, and trade.
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