Health Minister: Yellow Fever Situation Under Control
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh confirms the yellow fever situation in Ghana is under control. Learn about the government's response and vaccination efforts.
Ghana flood death toll rises to 12 as health officials step up disease surveillance
GHANA FLOOD: At least 12 people have died and nearly 500 others have been rescued after days of severe flooding across parts of Ghana as health authorities intensify disease surveillance and the government expands relief efforts while communities continue recovery…
GMA Backs KATH Doctors’ Strike, Demands CEO’s Reinstatement Within Three Days
The Ghana Medical Association has thrown its support behind striking doctors at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, demanding the immediate reinstatement of suspended Chief Executive Officer Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo and warning of possible further action if the dispute is not…
KATH Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike Over CEO Suspension as Hospital Crisis Deepens
Doctors at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital have begun an indefinite strike following the suspension of the hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, escalating a dispute that has exposed deeper concerns about emergency care capacity and healthcare infrastructure in Ghana. KUMASI, Ghana —…
Midwife Assault at Tema Polyclinic Sparks National Push for Health Worker Safety
A suspect is due in court after the alleged assault of a midwife at Tema Community 22 Polyclinic, prompting renewed calls from healthcare professional bodies for stronger protection of nurses, midwives and other frontline health workers across Ghana. ACCRA, Ghana…
KATH CEO Suspended After Emergency Admissions Controversy
Ghana’s Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has directed the Board of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) to suspend Chief Executive Officer Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo for two weeks following the hospital’s controversial announcement that it would temporarily halt new…
Health Ministry recruitment portal crashes on advertised mop-up application day
Ghana’s Ministry of Health recruitment portal became inaccessible on the day health professionals were expected to complete a nationwide mop-up validation and posting exercise, triggering frustration among applicants and raising concerns over transparency and digital service reliability ACCRA, Ghana —…
Korle Bu Defends Lab Results as Dispute Raises Patient Safety Questions
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has defended the reliability of its Central Laboratory after a dispute involving doctors and laboratory scientists briefly disrupted outpatient care and prompted a Ministry of Health review.
Weija Paediatric Hospital delay linked to procurement dispute, Health Ministry confirms
Weija Paediatric Hospital delay continues despite completion, as Ghana’s Health Ministry cites procurement irregularities and unresolved contractor disputes. ACCRA, Ghana — 6 May 2026 The Weija Paediatric Hospital delay has been attributed to procurement irregularities and unresolved contractual disputes, according…
