The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has outlined significant progress in healthcare infrastructure development across the region, highlighting ongoing investments aimed at improving access to quality healthcare services at all levels.
Speaking during a presentation at the Manhyia Palace alongside the Mayor of Kumasi, Dr. Amoakohene provided an update on the state of healthcare delivery in the region and ongoing projects designed to strengthen the health system.
According to the Regional Minister, government is currently constructing 36 Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds and 17 health centres across various metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies to improve access to primary healthcare, particularly in underserved communities.
“These facilities are expected to improve access to preventive, promotive and basic curative healthcare services while reducing the burden on higher-level facilities,” he said.
At the secondary healthcare level, Dr. Amoakohene noted that government has completed and operationalised the Suame Municipal Hospital, Twedie District Hospital and Drobonso District Hospital in 2025. He added that the Trede Hospital and Oforikrom Hospital are expected to be completed before the end of the year.
The minister said the projects would strengthen referral services and reduce pressure on the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), the region’s main tertiary healthcare facility.
As part of efforts to enhance specialist healthcare services, Dr. Amoakohene disclosed that construction of a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) at KATH is ongoing with funding from the MahamaCares Trust Fund. The facility is expected to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in the region and across the country.
He also announced that work on the Sewua Hospital project is progressing steadily, with equipment installation, electricity and water connections, as well as road construction currently underway.
“The facility is expected to be completed and operationalised within the year and will complement services at KATH,” he stated.
At the quaternary healthcare level, the Regional Minister revealed that government has released GH¢400 million for the construction of the KNUST Medical Centre. The project is expected to provide advanced healthcare services, support medical education and research, and position the Ashanti Region as a hub for highly specialised medical care.
Dr. Amoakohene said updates on the Afari Hospital and other major health projects would be provided after the completion of ongoing procurement processes.
Beyond healthcare, discussions at the Manhyia Palace also focused on sanitation and environmental management within the Greater Kumasi area.
The minister highlighted efforts by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) to improve cleanliness and waste management, including the implementation of the “Nsamansaman” sanitation initiative, which he said is promoting responsible waste disposal and contributing to improved sanitation standards across the city.
Dr. Amoakohene expressed appreciation to the Asantehene and traditional leaders for their support, guidance and commitment to the development of the Ashanti Region.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering infrastructure, healthcare and social intervention projects aimed at improving the quality of life of residents throughout the region.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
