The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reiterated the government’s dedication to ensuring the successful implementation and completion of key health projects, including the COVID-19 response initiative and the Program-for-Results (PforR) project.
He made this assurance during a debriefing session marking the conclusion of an implementation support mission led by Dorothy Chan, the World Bank Task Team Leader.
The mission evaluated the progress of both projects, focusing on infrastructure development, environmental and social safeguards, financial management, and procurement.
Addressing stakeholders, Mr. Kwabena Akandoh acknowledged the intensive nature of the mission and commended participants for their commitment.
He emphasized the ministry’s determination to strengthen collaboration with key agencies, particularly the Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA), to fully operationalize the Network of Practice and Model Health Centers.
The Minister assured the World Bank team that all agreed-upon actions and timelines from the mission would be adhered to strictly, ensuring the smooth execution of these projects.
In a welcome address, the Chief Director of the Ministry of Health reiterated the ministry’s commitment to addressing challenges and completing outstanding activities on schedule.
He expressed gratitude to the World Bank for its ongoing support through regular Implementation Support Missions, which he noted are essential for evaluating project progress and finding effective solutions.
He stressed that the collective responsibility of all stakeholders is essential to achieving expected results and ensuring that these investments lead to meaningful improvements in healthcare access and quality for all Ghanaians.
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