Kwabena Mintah Akandoh is the Minister of Health
The Ministry of Health has successfully recruited 13,500 nurses and midwives, a move described by Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh as a major boost to Ghana’s health workforce.
Speaking at the 19th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in Tamale on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Akandoh said all newly recruited personnel who have experienced delays in receiving their salaries will be paid by the end of the month.
He explained that the recruitment forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen frontline healthcare delivery, particularly under the Free Primary Healthcare and Mahama Cares initiatives, emphasising that nurses and midwives are central to the success of these programmes.
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“In 2025, the Mahama administration successfully concluded the recruitment process initiated by the previous government, enrolling 13,500 nurses and midwives into the government payroll. I am pleased to announce that by the end of this month, all individuals whose salary processes experienced delays will receive their first payment,” he indicated.
Akandoh also noted that the government is considering the negotiated Conditions of Service for inclusion in the 2026 Budget, highlighting its commitment to the welfare of health professionals.
“The government has strongly considered the negotiated Conditions of Service for implementation in the 2026 budget. This reflects our commitment to continuity, fairness, and the well-being of nurses and midwives,” he said.
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He stressed the importance of ongoing collaboration between the Ministry, labour institutions, and the GRNMA to address issues such as deployment, specialist training, and workforce stability—partnerships he said are key to improving healthcare delivery across the country.
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