As 2025 unfolds with new leadership across several government institutions, WHO Ghana remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering strong partnerships with both development and government partners. These collaborations are crucial to advancing Ghana’s health agenda, improving healthcare delivery, and achieving sustainable progress in health outcomes.
In the first quarter of the year, WHO Ghana engaged in a series of high-level discussions and strategic meetings aimed at reinforcing collaboration, strengthening health systems, and addressing pressing health challenges.
Deepening Government Partnerships
With the appointment of new leaders in Ghana’s health sector, WHO Ghana has prioritized strengthening ties with key government institutions. The newly appointed Acting Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Prof. Samuel Kaba, met with WHO Ghana to discuss joint priorities and strategies to maximize collaboration in advancing public health initiative. Similarly, the Greater Accra Regional Director of Health, along with her team, visited Dr. Frank Lule, Officer in Charge at WHO Ghana, to express appreciation for WHO’s support and to explore ways to enhance healthcare access in the region.
With the appointment of new leaders in Ghana’s health sector, WHO Ghana has prioritized strengthening ties with key government institutions. The newly appointed Acting Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Prof. Samuel Kaba, met with WHO Ghana to discuss joint priorities and strategies to maximize collaboration in advancing public health initiative. Similarly, the Greater Accra Regional Director of Health, along with her team, visited Dr. Frank Lule, Officer in Charge at WHO Ghana, to express appreciation for WHO’s support and to explore ways to enhance healthcare access in the region.
Additionally, WHO Ghana welcomed a courtesy visit from the Ghana AIDS Commission, as they introduced their new Acting Director General, Dr. Kharmacelle Prosper Akarbong. The discussions centered on reinforcing collaborative efforts to tackle HIV/AIDS and strengthen health service delivery.
As Ghana joined the Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines (GPACCM), WHO Ghana partnered with the Ministry of Health to facilitate this landmark initiative. This partnership, in collaboration with St. Jude, aims to improve access to lifesaving cancer medications for children, ensuring better health outcomes for young patients.
WHO Ghana also played an active role in regional and national health discussions. Our Officer in Charge participated in meetings with the Greater Accra and Central Regional Health Teams, reaffirming WHO’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s healthcare goals.
Furthermore, a WHO Ghana team met with the Director of Port Health in Tema, conducting an observation visit at Tema Harbour to better understand port health operations and address existing challenges.
Sustaining Development Partnerships
WHO Ghana continues to collaborate closely with development partners whose support remains invaluable in driving health initiatives. As a key partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), WHO Ghana, alongside other GPEI partners, engaged with Mark Maloney, Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair, to discuss sustaining polio eradication efforts and ensuring no child is left behind.
WHO Ghana continues to collaborate closely with development partners whose support remains invaluable in driving health initiatives. As a key partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), WHO Ghana, alongside other GPEI partners, engaged with Mark Maloney, Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair, to discuss sustaining polio eradication efforts and ensuring no child is left behind.
To support Ghana’s response to the ongoing meningitis outbreak in the Upper West Region, WHO HQ deployed Dr. Nicolò Binello, Technical Officer for Meningitis, to work alongside national and local health authorities. This deployment underscores WHO’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s capacity to manage and contain disease outbreaks.
In alignment with efforts to enhance mental healthcare, WHO Ghana welcomed a delegation from NHS England as part of a Managed Education Partnership (MEP) mission. The team engaged stakeholders to assess mental health priorities, identify gaps, and explore opportunities for strengthening mental health services in Ghana. Similarly, a team from the Mental Health Authority visited WHO Ghana to express gratitude for continued collaboration and discuss plans for this year’s Purple Month celebration.
Furthering efforts to support local pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing, WHO Ghana hosted the European Commission and UNIDO for discussions under the EU Initiative on Manufacturing and Access to Vaccines, Medicines, and Health Technologies (MAV+). This engagement focused on leveraging synergies to drive sustainable local production and enhance Ghana’s health security.
In alignment with efforts to enhance mental healthcare, WHO Ghana welcomed a delegation from NHS England as part of a Managed Education Partnership (MEP) mission. The team engaged stakeholders to assess mental health priorities, identify gaps, and explore opportunities for strengthening mental health services in Ghana. Similarly, a team from the Mental Health Authority visited WHO Ghana to express gratitude for continued collaboration and discuss plans for this year’s Purple Month celebration.
Furthering efforts to support local pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing, WHO Ghana hosted the European Commission and UNIDO for discussions under the EU Initiative on Manufacturing and Access to Vaccines, Medicines, and Health Technologies (MAV+). This engagement focused on leveraging synergies to drive sustainable local production and enhance Ghana’s health security.
Celebrating Women, Empowering Nurses, and Strengthening Social Development
Recognizing the vital role of nurses and midwives in healthcare delivery, WHO Ghana joined the inaugural African Nurses and Midwives Confederation Conference, emphasizing the need for stronger policies and training programs to support health professionals. Additionally, in commemoration of International Women’s Day 2025, WHO Ghana, together with partners such as the High Commission of India and Rotary, organized an event to reflect on women’s progress, highlight challenges, and inspire further action in gender equality and empowerment.
WHO Ghana also hosted the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UKFCDO) team on a mission to Ghana, strengthening collaboration and exploring new partnership opportunities. During this visit, UK in Ghana introduced its new Social Development Officer, who shared updates on initiatives supporting mental health and social inclusion.
Recognizing the vital role of nurses and midwives in healthcare delivery, WHO Ghana joined the inaugural African Nurses and Midwives Confederation Conference, emphasizing the need for stronger policies and training programs to support health professionals. Additionally, in commemoration of International Women’s Day 2025, WHO Ghana, together with partners such as the High Commission of India and Rotary, organized an event to reflect on women’s progress, highlight challenges, and inspire further action in gender equality and empowerment.
WHO Ghana also hosted the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UKFCDO) team on a mission to Ghana, strengthening collaboration and exploring new partnership opportunities. During this visit, UK in Ghana introduced its new Social Development Officer, who shared updates on initiatives supporting mental health and social inclusion.
A Future of Continued Collaboration
As WHO Ghana navigates 2025, the organization remains committed to strengthening partnerships with both government and development partners. These collaborations are essential for achieving Ghana’s health priorities, improving service delivery, and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare.
Through continued engagement, WHO Ghana will work alongside its partners to drive impactful health initiatives, support policy implementation, and ultimately contribute to a healthier Ghana. The first quarter of 2025 has set the foundation for a year of meaningful collaboration, and we look forward to furthering these partnerships to jointly implement our Country Cooperation strategy 2020-2028 for Ghana.
For Additional Information or to Request Interviews, Please contact:
Abdul-Lahie Abdul-Rahim Naa
Communications Officer
WHO Ghana Country Office
Email: abdullahiea@who.int
Tel: +233 20 196 2393
As WHO Ghana navigates 2025, the organization remains committed to strengthening partnerships with both government and development partners. These collaborations are essential for achieving Ghana’s health priorities, improving service delivery, and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare.
Through continued engagement, WHO Ghana will work alongside its partners to drive impactful health initiatives, support policy implementation, and ultimately contribute to a healthier Ghana. The first quarter of 2025 has set the foundation for a year of meaningful collaboration, and we look forward to furthering these partnerships to jointly implement our Country Cooperation strategy 2020-2028 for Ghana.
For Additional Information or to Request Interviews, Please contact:
Abdul-Lahie Abdul-Rahim Naa
Communications Officer
WHO Ghana Country Office
Email: abdullahiea@who.int
Tel: +233 20 196 2393