High Commissioner of Barbados to Ghana pays courtesy call on Minister of Health

The High Commissioner of Barbados to Ghana, Juliette Byone-Sutherland, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to discuss key issues in the health sector. 

During the meeting, Mr.Akandoh highlighted the need for increased funding to ensure the effective implementation of healthcare processes.

To address the challenges faced by health workers in rural areas, the Minister mentioned a proposed package of incentives, including an additional 20% of their basic salaries, quicker promotions, and scholarships for further training. 

He also emphasised the importance of providing steady leave with pay to encourage health workers to remain in these areas.

Mr.Akandoh stressed the need for six additional hospitals to cater to the new regions created in Ghana. He also discussed plans to upgrade regional and teaching hospitals to attract more skilled health workers.

In response, High Commissioner Byone-Sutherland expressed her appreciation for the Minister and the government’s efforts to improve the health sector. 

She also suggested that nurses from Barbados could benefit from health training programmes in Ghana, gaining practical experience in the field.

This courtesy call highlights the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing between countries to improve healthcare outcomes. 

The Ministry of Health remains committed to addressing the challenges faced by health workers and ensuring that Ghanaians receive quality healthcare services.