Safe sex could get more expensive if the Iran war continues to disrupt global supply chains, according to a new interview with the CEO of the world’s largest condom manufacturer. Karex CEO Goh Miah Kiat told Reuters on Tuesday that the company may be forced to raise prices at least 20% to 30%, depending on how long the disruption lasts. Global supply chains have been impacted by the war since the end of February and the chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, cutting off some of t

A fresh call has been made for deeper collaboration between Ghana’s media and health institutions to tackle the information deficit that continues to limit healthcare access and outcomes across the country. The appeal was made during a health media engagement organised by Jhpiego in collaboration with Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service. The programme brought together journalists, healthcare professionals and development partners to explore ways of strengthening publi

President John Dramani Mahama has called for mandatory annual health screening for all Ghanaians as part of a renewed push to strengthen preventive healthcare and ensure early detection of diseases. Speaking at the launch of the government’s Free Primary Healthcare Policy at Osudoku District Hospital, President Mahama emphasized that routine screenings will play a critical role in identifying conditions such as hypertension and diabetes at early stages, where they can be mana

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh , has reiterated government’s commitment to transforming Ghana’s healthcare system through a strong emphasis on primary healthcare, describing it as the most effective strategy to reduce avoidable hospital admissions and improve overall system efficiency. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Monday, Mr Akandoh said the introduction of free primary healthcare is a deliberate policy shift aimed at moving th

A high powered delegation from Ghana’s Ministry of Health has paid a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, to formally invite him to the launch of the government’s flagship Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) initiative. The delegation, led by the Ministry’s Chief Director, Desmond Boateng, used the engagement to brief the revered traditional ruler on the objectives of the programme. The FPHC initiative is designed to expand access to quality primary healthca

The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to ending tuberculosis (TB) through sustained investments, stronger partnerships and expanded access to healthcare services, as the nation marked World TB Day 2026 under the global theme: “Yes! We Can End TB: Led by Countries, Powered by People.” Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Minister of Health, Deputy Minister Dr. Grace Ayensu Danquah described tuberculosis as “a major public health concern that continue

Media practitioners have been urged to prioritise accuracy, sensitivity and responsible storytelling in their coverage of disasters, as stakeholders emphasise the critical role of information in saving lives and supporting recovery efforts. This call was made during a Media Engagement Workshop held in Accra by the Ghana Red Cross Society as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration with the media and enhance public awareness of humanitarian interventions across the country.

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Minister for Health has inaugurated Advisory Boards for Nursing and Midwifery Training Colleges across Ghana, stressing the need for stronger governance, improved training quality, and strict adherence to regulatory standards within the country’s health education system. Addressing the inauguration ceremony, the Minister described the event as a significant step toward repositioning health training institutions to meet the growing and evolving demands

The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, has called for a more integrated and efficient approach in tackling tuberculosis (TB), HIV and malaria, stressing that the changing global funding landscape demands smarter use of available resources. Speaking at the Joint Annual Performance Review for the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP), National Tuberculosis Programme (NTP) and National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) held at the Ghana H

Ghanaian Business Mogul, Ibrahim Mahama, has revealed that his former aircraft has been donated to the nation to serve as an emergency air ambulance. He made these remarks following an acquisition of a new private jet valued at $70 million. Speaking at the Kotoka International Airport, Mr. Mahama said the gesture forms part of his commitment to supporting national development and improving emergency healthcare delivery across the country. “My old plane is now an Emergency Ai

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has held a homecoming presentation session in Accra for Ghanaian government officials who recently completed graduate studies in Japan under the Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS). The event formed part of activities marking over a decade of investment in Ghana’s human capital through the scholarship initiative, which is funded by the Government of Japan. Since its introduction in Ghana in 2012, the JDS p

President John Dramani Mahama has appealed to health professionals across the country to accept postings to deprived and underserved communities as part of a national effort to strengthen equitable healthcare delivery. Delivering his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on the floor of Parliament on Friday, President Mahama called on what he described as Ghana’s “gallant health workers” to respond positively to postings outside major urban centres. “Let me use this opportunity

President John Dramani Mahama revealed that approximately 350,000 Ghanaians are currently living with HIV and AIDS. He made these remarks during his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Friday. He noted that although Ghana’s national HIV prevalence rate is relatively low at 1.6%, certain regions and population groups experience significantly higher rates. President Mahama emphasized that the government is taking decisive steps to strengthen the healthcare

President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to eliminate the “no-bed syndrome” in Ghana’s health facilities, emphasizing that patients seeking emergency care must receive attention even under makeshift conditions. He made the statement during the 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered on the floor of Parliament on Friday. Addressing Parliament, President Mahama highlighted the government’s comprehensive health agenda under the Mahama Care initiative, Ghana’s first nationwid

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, says government is intensifying stakeholder engagement as part of preparations toward the rollout of the Free Primary Health Care Policy, expected to be launched in the first week of April. Speaking during an interaction with the media, the Minister explained that the policy framework covering three key priority areas has already been developed, and the focus now is to ensure broad national buy-in. According to him, the Ministry

A Data Scientist at the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), Mr. Peter Yeltulme Mminlaaru, has clarified that alcohol consumption in itself is not considered harmful, but becomes a public health concern when intake exceeds medically defined moderate levels for men and women. Speaking at the release of the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) District-Level Reports at the British Council Hall in Accra on Monday, Mr. Mminlaaru explained that the GDHS classifies alcohol i

The Greater Accra Region has recorded the lowest prevalence of the Double Burden of Malnutrition (DBM) in Ghana, highlighting a sharp contrast in nutritional outcomes across the country, according to newly released district-level data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Speaking at the dissemination of six district-level reports derived from the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS), the Acting Deputy Government Statistician, Alhaji Omar Seidu, described the f

Accra came alive on December 9 as more than 300 health leaders—including ministers, investors, global CEOs and innovators—converged for the WHX Leaders Africa Summit under the theme “Catalysing Africa’s Health Revolution.” The atmosphere brimmed with optimism as continental and global stakeholders gathered to chart a new course for Africa’s health sector. Addressing participants, President John Dramani Mahama called for a decisive shift in Africa’s approach to healthcare, urg

The Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has outlined significant progress made within the health sector under the #MahamaCares initiative, highlighting major policy gains, expanded healthcare coverage, and renewed infrastructural commitments for 2026. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, the Health Minister announced that the #MahamaCares programme is now fully operational, with a GHS 2.259 billion allocation in the 2026 budget dedicated to the trea

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has started a nationwide blood donation exercise to help restock Ghana’s National Blood Bank. Their goal is to collect over 2,500 pints of blood. The 2025 edition was held at the FDA Headquarters in Accra. It is part of the Authority’s effort to support the health needs of the country. Speaking at the launch, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Health, Products and Technologies, Seth Kwaku Seaneke, explained why donating blood is