By Savannah Pokuaah Duah
The Ministry of Health, led by Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, today hosted a high-level delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), headed by its Director General.
The visit aimed to explore Ghana’s potential role as the host for a new office of the West African Health Organisation (WAHO).
During the meeting, discussions centered on WAHO’s strategic vision for regional health integration, with a particular emphasis on the benefits of establishing an office in Ghana. Both parties recognized that such an initiative would enhance coordination of health programs, improve responses to public health emergencies, and create more opportunities for technical collaboration throughout the region.
Minister Akandoh warmly welcomed the delegation and expressed gratitude for WAHO’s ongoing efforts to strengthen health systems and promote collaboration among ECOWAS member states. He highlighted Ghana’s established reputation in public health leadership, medical research, and health infrastructure development, affirming the country’s readiness to support WAHO’s objectives.
“We are honoured by WAHO’s interest in Ghana and are eager to deepen our collaboration. Hosting a WAHO office would not only enhance our partnership but also solidify Ghana’s position as a hub for health innovation and coordination in West Africa,” he stated.
The WAHO delegation praised Ghana’s proactive engagement in regional health initiatives and commended the Ministry for its openness to partnerships. They reaffirmed their commitment to collaborating closely with regional and international stakeholders to improve health outcomes and build resilient healthcare systems across the West African subregion.
