5 d. ago Majority of health facilities operating illegally – HeFRA shuts down 96 clinics

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has shut down 96 health facilities across the country for operating without valid licences, the agency’s Registrar, Dr Winfred Korletey Baah, has revealed.

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5 d. ago 70% of closed clinics operated illegally – HeFRA to target all unregistered health facilities

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) says the number of unregistered health facilities in the country remains difficult to determine because many operate outside its radar.

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5 d. ago HeFRA to roll out star ratings for health facilities next year – Registrar reveals

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) says it will begin a new star rating system for health facilities across the country next year.

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7 d. ago Zipline Contract Faces Cancellation Despite Study Showing Health Gains

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/Ghana’s medical drone delivery service faces potential termination despite a peer reviewed study showing substantial health improvements, as Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga renews calls for contract cancellation over financial sustainability concerns. A study published in BMC (BioMed Central) Health Services Research reports significant health gains among Zipline supported facilities, including a 20 percent increase in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/

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8 d. ago President Mahama Visits LEKMA and Maamobi Polyclinic on 67th Birthday

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-visits-lekma-and-maamobi-polyclinic-on-67th-birthday/President John Dramani Mahama celebrated his 67th birthday on Saturday by visiting children’s wards at the LEKMA Hospital and the Maamobi Polyclinic in Accra. Accompanied by his family, he distributed gifts and cash donations to young patients and their parents. Mahama also recognised the efforts of health professionals at the two facilities, presenting monetary tokens […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-visits-lekma-and-maamobi-polyclinic-on-67th-birthday/

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9 d. ago HeFRA orders TaTU Hospital to reopen; launches special monitoring at Tamale Central Hospital

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has taken firm regulatory action in the Northern Region, simultaneously directing the Tamale Technical University Hospital (TaTU Hospital) to reopen and launching special investigations into conditions at the Tamale Central Hospital.

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9 d. ago NHIA Central Regional Director warns health facilities to stop charging illegal fees

The Central Regional Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Kojo Sekyere Koi Thompson, has cautioned all National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) credentialed service providers in the region to immediately desist from charging unauthorised fees to subscribers.

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1 week ago Majority Leader calls for cancellation of Zipline’s contract with Ghana Health Service

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has called for the cancellation of the contract between the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and Zipline Ghana for the delivery of essential healthcare products in remote health facilities. 

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1 week ago HeFRA launches probe and special monitoring at Tamale Central Hospital following sanitation concerns

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has announced that it has begun investigations and instituted a special monitoring regime at the Tamale Central Hospital.

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1 week ago Health Minister reaffirms gov’t commitment to expanding health facilities

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has concluded a working visit to key health installations and traditional authorities in the Savannah Region, underscoring the government’s renewed commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure, service delivery, and resolving long-standing operational challenges in the sector.

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2 w. ago Aduro Ye Herbal CEO donates 5,000 baby diapers to Obuasi health facilities

Dr. Collins Amo, Chief Executive Officer of Aduro Ye Herbal, producers of Obuasi Bitters, Obuasi Gringo Bitters, Obuasi 442 Ginger Liquor, and Obuasi Baby Diapers, has donated five thousand (5,000) sets of Obuasi Baby Diapers to selected health facilities within the Obuasi East and Obuasi West Municipalities.

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2 w. ago Breast Care International and partners deliver essential medicines as lifeline to patients across Ghana

Patients and healthcare providers across Ghana are breathing a sigh of relief as Breast Care International (BCI), in collaboration with Direct Relief USA and Teva Pharmaceuticals, distributes essential medicines to over 20 health facilities, providing a vital lifeline to those struggling to access critical treatments in oncology, mental health, and general care.

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2 w. ago Atiwa West District launches four key projects to boost health care and education access

The Atiwa West District Assembly has cut sod for four major development projects aimed at expanding access to health care and improving educational infrastructure across the district. The projects include a Community-Based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compound with ancillary facilities at Nkurakan, and a six-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities for the Sankubanase Presbyterian […]

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2 w. ago Agbeko Refuses Rehabilitation Despite Edem’s Intervention Efforts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agbeko-refuses-rehabilitation-despite-edems-intervention-efforts/Rapper Edem has expressed disappointment after attempts to enroll his colleague Agbeko in a rehabilitation program at Pantang Health Facility proved unsuccessful on November 17, 2025. The intervention followed a viral video showing Agbeko’s struggle with drug addiction that prompted widespread concern across Ghana’s entertainment industry. Edem spent an entire day with Agbeko, taking him […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agbeko-refuses-rehabilitation-despite-edems-intervention-efforts/

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2 w. ago Euphoria Africa launches flagship 2025 health drive with star

Euphoria Africa Foundation has unveiled a major 2025 maternal and child health initiative, rallying a coalition of public figures and creatives to support three under-resourced health facilities and raise funds for urgent upgrades. The project was announced at an exclusive launch dinner as part of the foundation’s annual charity gala campaign, with organisers setting a […]

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3 w. ago Sanitopia, Ghana Library Authority partner to construct 150 modern sanitation facilities

Sanitopia, Ghana Library Authority partner to construct 150 modern sanitation facilities Social enterprise firm, Sanitopia CIC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to construct 150 modern sanitation facilities for libraries across Ghana to safeguard the dignity, health, and well-being of users. The partnership will also lead to the renovation of selected public libraries. Speaking at […]

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3 w. ago Herbal Medicine Can Treat Chronic Diseases — Kasoa Herbal Center CEO Assures Public

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/herbal-medicine-can-treat-chronic-diseases-kasoa-herbal-center-ceo-assures-public/The Chief Executive Officer of the Kofi Annan Herbal Center, Nana Kofi Asawoma V, has appealed to the general public, especially persons battling persistent health conditions, to visit the facility for quality and affordable herbal treatment for diabetes, hypertension, and other metabolic diseases. Located along the Kasoa–Winneba Highway near the Doctor Jesus Prayer Camp and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/herbal-medicine-can-treat-chronic-diseases-kasoa-herbal-center-ceo-assures-public/

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3 w. ago HeFRA shuts down Tamale Technical University Hospital over safety violations

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has ordered the immediate closure of the Tamale Technical University Hospital, citing severe breaches in safety and infection prevention standards.

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